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What is the study of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of biomolecules called?
What is the study of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of biomolecules called?
Which biomolecule is the primary source of energy for living organisms?
Which biomolecule is the primary source of energy for living organisms?
What type of bonds hold together the long chains of amino acids in proteins?
What type of bonds hold together the long chains of amino acids in proteins?
Which biomolecule is made up of long chains of amino acids held together by peptide bonds?
Which biomolecule is made up of long chains of amino acids held together by peptide bonds?
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Which biomolecule is the main component of cell membranes?
Which biomolecule is the main component of cell membranes?
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Which biomolecule is responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information?
Which biomolecule is responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information?
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Biochemistry study of?
Biochemistry study of?
The study of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of biomolecules.
Primary energy source?
Primary energy source?
Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for living organisms.
Protein bond type?
Protein bond type?
Covalent bonds hold amino acid chains together in proteins.
Protein composition?
Protein composition?
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Cell membrane component?
Cell membrane component?
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Genetic info carrier?
Genetic info carrier?
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Study Notes
Biomolecules
- The study of the composition, structure, properties, and reactions of biomolecules is called biochemistry.
- Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for living organisms.
- Hydrogen bonds, ionic bonds, and disulfide bonds hold together the long chains of amino acids in proteins.
- Proteins are made up of long chains of amino acids held together by peptide bonds.
- Phospholipids are the main component of cell membranes.
- DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) is responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information.
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Test your knowledge of biomolecules with this quiz! Explore questions about the composition, structure, properties, and functions of biomolecules, including their role as a source of energy and as building blocks for living organisms.
