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Which macromolecule is characterized by the presence of glycosidic bonds and polymerization?
Which macromolecule is characterized by the presence of glycosidic bonds and polymerization?
- Lipids
- Polysaccharides (correct)
- Monosaccharides
- Proteins
What is the key difference between beta and alpha glucose?
What is the key difference between beta and alpha glucose?
- The type of glycosidic bonds they form
- The presence of a double bond
- The arrangement of hydroxyl groups around carbon atom 1 (correct)
- The number of carbon atoms
Which type of lipid undergoes hydrogenation to convert unsaturated fats to saturated fats?
Which type of lipid undergoes hydrogenation to convert unsaturated fats to saturated fats?
- Steroids
- Fats (correct)
- Phospholipids
- Waxes
What is the main function of phospholipids in biological systems?
What is the main function of phospholipids in biological systems?
Which macromolecule consists of essential and nonessential types, crucial for various biological functions?
Which macromolecule consists of essential and nonessential types, crucial for various biological functions?
What is the resulting bond called when amino acids are joined together during protein synthesis?
What is the resulting bond called when amino acids are joined together during protein synthesis?
In the context of lipids, what does the process of hydrogenation involve?
In the context of lipids, what does the process of hydrogenation involve?
What is the key characteristic that distinguishes unsaturated fats from saturated fats?
What is the key characteristic that distinguishes unsaturated fats from saturated fats?
Which macromolecule category includes examples such as cholesterol, sex hormones, and anabolic steroids?
Which macromolecule category includes examples such as cholesterol, sex hormones, and anabolic steroids?
What is the primary function of waxes in biological systems?
What is the primary function of waxes in biological systems?
