Questions and Answers
Dehydration synthesis leads to the formation of:
What reaction takes place during the breakdown of polymers?
hydrolysis
Which is an example of a monosaccharide?
Cellulose and starch are examples of:
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Plant cell walls contain which of the following in abundance?
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Lactose is a disaccharide formed by the formation of a _____ bond between glucose and _____.
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Saturated fats tend to dissolve easily in water.
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Phospholipids are important components of:
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Monomers that make up proteins are called:
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The alpha helix and beta pleated sheet are part of which protein structure?
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Nucleotide of DNA may contain:
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The building blocks of nucleic acids are:
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Why are biological macromolecules organic?
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What role do electrons play in dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis?
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Why is it impossible for humans to digest food that contains cellulose?
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What are the functions of lipids?
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If one amino acid is substituted for another in a polypeptide chain:
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Study Notes
Carbohydrates
- Dehydration synthesis forms waters and polymers.
- Hydrolysis is the reaction that occurs during polymer breakdown.
- Examples of monosaccharides include glucose, fructose, and others collectively.
- Cellulose and starch are types of polysaccharides.
- Plant cell walls are abundant in cellulose.
Lipids
- Saturated fats do not easily dissolve in water.
- Phospholipids are key components of the plasma membrane.
- Functions of lipids include long-term energy storage, insulation, and serving as building blocks for hormones.
Proteins
- Monomers of proteins are called amino acids.
- Secondary protein structure includes a-helices and b-pleated sheets.
- Substituting one amino acid in a polypeptide can lead to changes in protein structure and function.
Nucleic Acids
- DNA nucleotides consist of deoxyribose, thymine, and a phosphate group.
- Nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids.
Biological Macromolecules
- Biological macromolecules are classified as organic because they contain carbon.
- During dehydration synthesis, monomers share electrons to form covalent bonds.
- Humans cannot digest cellulose due to unbranched chains of glucose monomers.
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Test your knowledge on essential concepts in biology with this quiz focusing on dehydration synthesis, hydrolysis, and carbohydrate structures. Answer questions related to polymers and their breakdown processes. Perfect for students studying biology at any level.
