Prokaryotes Overview Quiz

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What is the primary function of lipids coated around nerves?

Thermal insulation

Water repulsion

Electrical insulation (correct)

Energy storage

Which type of fat is characterized by no double bonds between carbon atoms?

Unsaturated fats

Saturated fats (correct)

Trans fats

Hydrogenated fats

What structural feature differentiates cis and trans fatty acids?

Number of carboxyl groups present

Length of carbon chains

Position of hydrogen atoms around the double bond (correct)

Molecular weight

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Amino acids Signup and view all the answers

Which component of phospholipids is hydrophilic?

Phosphate group Signup and view all the answers

What determines the characteristics of a protein primarily?

Sequence of amino acids Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following lipids is solid at room temperature?

Butter Signup and view all the answers

What role do proteins play in moving substances within cells?

Facilitate transport Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of proteins in the context of transport within a cell?

They help in the active transport of molecules. Signup and view all the answers

What describes the function of the Sodium-Potassium Pump?

It moves sodium and potassium ions against their concentration gradients. Signup and view all the answers

What is osmosis?

The movement of water through a semi-permeable membrane from high to low concentration. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes the cytoplasm?

It is the cell's fluid component, also known as cytosol. Signup and view all the answers

Where is DNA found in prokaryotic cells?

Floats in the cytoplasm. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of ribosomes in the cell?

To synthesize proteins. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes active transport from passive transport?

Active transport requires energy to move substances against their gradient. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of Stanley Miller's experiment?

To recreate the environmental conditions of early Earth Signup and view all the answers

How does water typically flow across the plasma membrane?

Via osmosis, moving from high to low concentration of water. Signup and view all the answers

Which gases were believed to contribute to the atmosphere during Miller's experiment?

Carbon Dioxide, Nitrogen, and Hydrogen Sulfide Signup and view all the answers

What significant finding did some meteorites provide regarding the origin of life?

They have molecules like purines, pyrimidines, and amino acids Signup and view all the answers

What hypothesis is questioned by some scientists regarding meteorites?

Meteorites could host living organisms during transport Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a product that formed in Miller's experiment?

Complex biological structures Signup and view all the answers

Which condition was likely not part of Stanley Miller's recreated early Earth environment?

Excessive atmospheric oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What implication was drawn from Stanley Miller's results?

Organic molecules can form under conditions similar to early Earth Signup and view all the answers

What was a major limiting factor in determining the origins of life based on Miller's experiment?

Uncertainty of early atmospheric composition Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the cell theory?

All living organisms are made up of cells. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes prokaryotic cells from eukaryotic cells?

Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following components are found in all cells?

Ribosomes Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of eukaryotic cells?

They have membrane-bound organelles. Signup and view all the answers

What can be concluded about all cells according to the information provided?

All cells have a plasma membrane. Signup and view all the answers

What type of cells include bacteria and archaea?

Prokaryotic cells Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about DNA in cells is correct?

DNA is the genetic material in all cells. Signup and view all the answers

What role do ribosomes play in cells?

They synthesize proteins. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of functional groups in biological molecules?

To determine the properties and functions of the molecules. Signup and view all the answers

What type of reaction is used to form disaccharides from monosaccharides?

Condensation reaction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes the structure of lipids?

Lipids consist of nonpolar hydrocarbons and are insoluble in water. Signup and view all the answers

Which functional group is specifically linked to amino acids?

Amino Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of polysaccharides?

They are composed of hundreds or thousands of monosaccharides. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes saturated fatty acids from unsaturated fatty acids?

Saturated fatty acids have the maximum number of hydrogen atoms. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

To serve as a major source of energy. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common disaccharide?

Sucrose Signup and view all the answers

What are the smaller units that make up macromolecules called?

Monomers Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes nucleic acids?

They consist of nucleotide monomers. Signup and view all the answers

What type of reaction breaks down polymers into monomers?

Hydrolysis reaction Signup and view all the answers

Which polysaccharide is primarily utilized for energy storage in animals?

Glycogen Signup and view all the answers

In what form do carbohydrates typically store energy in plants?

Starch Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of phospholipids in cellular structures?

Forming cell membranes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

What All is in a Prokaryotes?

Prokaryotes lack a nucleus and internal membrane bound organelles.
Prokaryotes have a plasma membrane.
Prokaryotes have cytoplasm.
Prokaryotes have ribosomes.
Prokaryotes have DNA.

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