Intro and Nucleic Acids Quiz

What is an example of a Macroelement?

• Hydrogen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon

• All are examples of macroelements

Which element is found in smaller quantities in the body but is necessary for life?

• Calcium

• Phosphorus

• Sulfur

• Oxygen

Which of the following is a microelement?

• Calcium

• Phosphorus

• Sodium

• Hydrogen

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

• H2O

• CO2

• C6H12O6

• O2

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

What pH range do acids fall under?

• 0-6

• 7-14

• 7

• 1-7

What pH range do bases fall under?

• 0-6

• 7-14

• 7

• 1-7

At what pH value is a substance considered neutral?

• 0

• 7

• 14

• 4

Why is Carbon is the most essential element for life?

• Combines with other elements easily

• Forms the backbone of the four organic molecules

• Both of them

• None of them

What does the term "poly" mean in the context of polymers?

• Many

• One

• Two

• Several

What does the prefix "mono-" indicate in scientific terms?

• Many

• One

• Two

• Several