Macromolecule Review Unit 1

Which macromolecule functions to give a quick, rapid source of energy for organisms?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which macromolecule functions to store the genetic information for organisms?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which macromolecule provides for long term energy storage, waterproof coverings, and insulation for organisms?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which macromolecule provides for building tissues/muscles, transport, immunity, and functions as enzymes?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Daniel notices that he suffers severe bloating and cramping every time he consumes dairy products. His doctor tells him that he is lactose intolerant. The lactose in the dairy products is an example of this type of macromolecule.

• carbohydrate

• lipid

• protein

• nucleic acid

Certain plant leaves appear glossy and when water hits the surface of the leaves, it slides off easily. This macromolecule provides for the waterproof barrier in the plant leaves.

• carbohydrate

• lipid

• protein

• nucleic acid

Daniel notices that he suffers severe bloating and cramping every time he consumes dairy products. His doctor tells him that he is lactose intolerant, meaning he has a deficient amount of lactase to break down the lactose. This macromolecule is the one that is responsible for coding for the lactase in your genetic makeup.

• carbohydrate

• lipid

• protein

• nucleic acid

Amanda is preparing to run a marathon over the next few weeks and needs to build up energy to store. What macromolecule should she consume more of leading up to the event?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Amylase is found in the saliva of the mouth and functions to break down starch into simple sugar. Amylase, which is an enzyme, is an example of this type of macromolecule.

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

This is a large molecule that is built from smaller molecules and functions to do specific jobs in living organisms.

• monomer

• macromolecule

• micromolecule

• polymer