Molecular Biology and Metabolism Quiz

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What is the main element involved in the chemical processes in living organisms?

  • Iron
  • Silicon
  • Calcium
  • Carbon (correct)

Which type of reaction produces water in the context of chemical processes?

  • Reduction reactions
  • Condensation reactions (correct)
  • Oxidation reactions
  • Hydrolysis reactions

Why is water considered a polar molecule?

  • It contains carbon atoms
  • Because it has three hydrogen atoms
  • Due to its acidity
  • Electrons are unequally distributed (correct)

Which type of molecules have a high energy requirement to break their bonds and exhibit strong intermolecular forces?

<p>Hydrophilic molecules (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of hydration reactions in metabolism?

<p>To break macromolecules into monomers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element is NOT mentioned as a main element involved in chemical processes within living organisms?

<p>Phosphorus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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