Biomolecules Test Review

Benjamin wants to choose a drink that will provide quick energy for track practice. Which portion of the label should provide Benjamin with information about the amount of quick energy in the drink?

• Total Fat

• Cholesterol

• Total Carbohydrate

• Protein

A student makes a Venn diagram to compare the functions of carbohydrates and lipids. What should be placed in the middle?

• Muscle growth

• Energy

• Structure in cell walls

• Insulation

Which of the following best describes the role of the cell membrane in cellular function?

• The cell membrane stores energy for the cell.

• The cell membrane controls the passage of substances into and out of the cell.

• The cell membrane synthesizes proteins for the cell.

• The cell membrane provides structural support to the cell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Which statement accurately describes the relationship between monomers and polymers?

• Polymers are composed of repeating monomer units.

• Polymers are smaller molecules that combine to form monomers.

• Monomers are formed by the breakdown of polymers.

• Monomers and polymers are unrelated chemical structures.

Match the following monomers to their biomolecules

• lipid

• monosaccharide

• carbohydrate

• amino acids

• proteins

• nucleotide

• nucleic acid

• glycerol + fatty acid

Categorize the examples to the correct biomolecules (Hint: there's not an even number in each category!)

Groups:

(a) Carbohydrates

,

(b) Proteins

,

(c) Lipids

,

(d) Nucleic Acids

• DNA

• Glucose

• RNA

• Protein channels

• Steroid

• Lactose

• Enzymes

• Hormones

• Oils and Fats

• Starch

• Waxes

• Cholesterol

• ATP

• Cellulose

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-1

Match the following functions to the correct biomolecule.

• proteins

• 
• nucleic acids

• 
• lipids

• 
• carbohydrates

• 

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NGSS.MS-LS1-7

Which type of biomolecule is "insoluble" (does not mix with water)?

• Nucleic acids
• Carbohydrates
• Lipids
• Proteins

Label each component of the cell membrane. (One label will not be used.)

a

b

c

protein channel

carbohydrate

nucleic acid

phospholipid bilayer