Macromolecules Overview
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What is polymerization?

  • The process of breaking down macromolecules into monomers
  • The process of joining two or more monomers through a chemical reaction to form a macromolecule (correct)
  • The process of separating organic macromolecules into their constituent atoms
  • The process of converting inorganic macromolecules into organic macromolecules

    • Which type of macromolecules are proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids examples of?

  • Organic macromolecules (correct)
  • Synthetic macromolecules
  • Monomeric macromolecules
  • Inorganic macromolecules

    • What is a condensation reaction?

  • A reaction where a macromolecule breaks down into monomers
  • A process of converting inorganic macromolecules into organic macromolecules
  • A process of synthesizing manmade macromolecules
  • A reaction where two molecules combine and release a small molecule (correct)

    • Which type of reaction forms proteins from amino acid monomers?

    <p>Condensation reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do enzymes play in metabolic reactions in the body?

    <p>Increase the speed of metabolic reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when CO2 combines with H2O in the body?

    <p>$CO_2$ and $H_2O$ form $H_2CO_3$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement describes the role of proteins correctly?

    <p>Proteins provide energy for the body and act as enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of lipids makes them hydrophobic?

    <p>Contain a lot of C-H bonds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme speeds up the production of carbonic acid to clear CO2 from the blood?

    <p>Carbonic anhydrase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of steroids when they naturally occur in the body?

    <p>Regulate metabolism and immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is a storehouse of energy that our bodies evolved to crave?

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

    What type of bond holds the carbon atoms in a sheet structure in graphite?

    <p>Covalent bond</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is made up of nucleotide monomers?

    <p>Nucleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason athletes using steroids illegally may experience acne, liver damage, and high blood pressure?

    <p>Misuse of the substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is known for adding flavor to food and being a source of energy?

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

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