Understanding Macromolecules in Biology
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What is the structural unit of a protein?

  • Monosaccharide
  • Fatty Acid
  • Nucleotide
  • Amino acid (correct)
  • Which type of macromolecule is primarily comprised of Carbon?

  • Proteins
  • Nucleic acids
  • Carbohydrates
  • Lipids (correct)
  • What process involves forming a macromolecule by removing a molecule of water?

  • Polymerization
  • Dehydration Reaction (correct)
  • Denaturation
  • Hydrolysis Reaction
  • How many covalent bonds can carbon form due to its electron configuration?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which element is NOT commonly found in organic macromolecules?

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

    What is the term for a large group of monomers?

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

    Which category of carbohydrates consists of a chain that might be branched or not?

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

    Which carbohydrate is a common structural support in cells and is made up of glucose monomers?

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

    What is the primary function of lipids in living organisms?

    <p>Long term energy stores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fatty acids have single bonds between neighboring carbons and are solid at room temperature?

    <p>Saturated fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common example of a disaccharide?

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

    Which carbohydrate is an important source of energy and is created by plants through photosynthesis?

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

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