Source and Function of Biomolecules

These molecules are essential for biological processes and come from the foods organisms consume.

• monosaccharides

• symbiosis

• biomolecules

• foodecules

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What biomolecule is represented by this picture?

• cabohydrate

• lipid

• protein

• nucleic acid

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What biomolecule is represented by this picture?

• cabohydrate

• lipid

• protein

• nucleic acid

If an athlete were going to run a race, which biomolecules would be the best for providing quick energy?

• nucleic acids

• proteins

• lipids

• carbohydrates

This biomolecule stores energy for a long time for when the body needs energy and also makes up cell membranes.

• nucleic acids

• proteins

• lipids

• carbohydrates

What biomolecule stores and transfers genetic information?

• nucleic acids

• proteins

• lipids

• carbohydrates

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What biomolecule would be helpful in repairing muscles?

• nucleic acids

• proteins

• lipids

• carbohydrates

Most mammals that live in cold weather have a layer of fat to maintain body temperature, which macromolecule makes up this fat?

• nucleic acids

• proteins

• lipids

• carbohydrates

Which biomolecule provides structure for hair, skin, and nails?

• nucleic acids

• proteins

• lipids

• carbohydrates

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Lemur's bodies are adapted to store energy for times when food is scarce. Which macromolecules is used for long-time energy storage in the lemur?

• nucleic acids

• proteins

• lipids

• carbohydrates