5 Questions
What is the general formula of carbohydrates?
CnH2nOn
Which biomolecule is responsible for long-term energy storage in organisms?
Lipids
Which biomolecule is commonly referred to as the 'blueprint for metabolism'?
Nucleic Acids
Which biomolecule is responsible for catalyzing chemical reactions in the body?
Proteins
Which compound does not fit the general formula of carbohydrates?
Rhamnose
Study Notes
Biomolecules
- The general formula of carbohydrates is Cx(H2O)y, where x and y are whole numbers.
- Glycogen is responsible for long-term energy storage in organisms.
- DNA is commonly referred to as the 'blueprint for metabolism'.
- Enzymes are responsible for catalyzing chemical reactions in the body.
- Fiber does not fit the general formula of carbohydrates.
Test your knowledge on biomolecules and their basic functions with this quiz! From carbohydrates to nucleic acids, proteins to lipids, explore the roles these lifeless molecules play in energy storage, insulation, protection, inheritance, and more.
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