Final Exam Prep

Front

Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information in living organisms?

Back

Nucleic acids

Front

What is the term for a three-nucleotide sequence that codes for an amino acid?

Back

Codon

Front

In cellular respiration, the energy stored in glucose is transferred to a molecule called ________.

Back

ATP

Front

Which of the following is true about photosynthesis?

Back

It produces glucose and oxygen using light energy.

Front

Which of the following is the complementary mRNA sequence to this DNA strand: AACTGAA?

Back

UUGACUU

Front

What is the primary function of proteins in living organisms?

Back

Proteins serve as building blocks for tissues, enzymes, and hormones.

Front

What is the role of ATP in cellular processes?

Back

ATP acts as the main energy currency of the cell.

Front

What is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the function of ribosomes in a cell?

Back

Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis.