Biological Macromolecules: Carbohydrates
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What are the building blocks of proteins?

  • Fatty acids
  • Amino acids (correct)
  • Phosphate groups
  • Nucleotides

    • Which of the following is NOT an essential amino acid?

  • Histidine
  • Glycine (correct)
  • Tryptophan
  • Valine

    • What is the primary function of lipids in the body?

  • To form the structure of animal tissues
  • To store and express genetic information
  • To yield high energy (correct)
  • To act as a catalyst in biological processes

    • What is the primary component of phospholipids?

    <p>Phosphate groups</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which molecule encodes the information for protein synthesis in a cell?

    <p>DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

    <p>To provide energy to cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a disaccharide?

    <p>A carbohydrate made up of two monosaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a disaccharide?

    <p>Lactose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

    <p>To facilitate growth and repair</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three most common elements that make up carbohydrates?

    <p>Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which amino acids are considered essential for humans?

    <p>Phenylalanine, lysine, valine, tryptophan, histidine, methionine, leucine, isoleucine, and threonine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of lipids mentioned in the text?

    <p>To yield high energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of proteins mentioned in the text?

    <p>To serve as a structural component in animal tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What molecule is responsible for encoding the information for protein synthesis in a cell, according to the text?

    <p>Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of phospholipids mentioned in the text?

    <p>To store and express genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

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