Biomolecules Quiz

Which macromolecule is used as our main source of energy?

• Lipids/Fats

• Nucleic Acids

• Proteins

• Carbohydrates

Which macromolecule stores energy?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Lipids/Fats

• Nucleic Acids

Waxes, oils and fats are examples of

• Carbohydrates
• Lipids
• Proteins
• Nucleic Acids

What is the function of nucleic acids?

• store genetic information
• store energy (long-term)
• store energy (short-term)
• build skin, hair, nails, muscles

Which macromolecule stores energy, insulates us, and makes up the cell membrane?

• lipids
• proteins
• carbohydrates
• nucleic acids

Building blocks of the body, hair , muscles etc.

• protein
• nucleic acid
• lipids
• carbohydrates

What biomolecule do enzymes belong to? 

• Carbohydrate
• Lipid
• Nucleic Acid
• Protein

Which biomolecule is found in pasta and bread?

• Lipid
• Protein
• Nucleic Acid
• Carbohydrate

What is the optimal pH for this enzyme?

• 6

• 10

• 9

• 7

What is the purpose of an enzyme?

• control how many reactions occur

• raise activation energy

• give permission for the reaction

• speed up chemical reactions