Donovan's Bio Webquest Quiz

Which macromolecule stores genetic information?

• Proteins

• Nucleic acids

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

What is ATP?

• A type of protein

• A sugar molecule

• Energy currency of the cell

• A lipid

What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

• Mitochondria

• Ribosome

• Chloroplast

• Nucleus

Define mutation.

• A change in protein structure

• A change in DNA sequence

• A change in cell shape

• A change in RNA sequence

What does a food web represent?

• The hierarchy of organisms

• Energy flow in an ecosystem

• The number of species in an area

• The lifespan of organisms

Which of the following is a monosaccharide?

• Sucrose

• Glucose

• Lactose

• Starch

What is the primary function of ribosomes?

• DNA replication

• Protein synthesis

• Lipid storage

• Photosynthesis

Which process converts glucose into pyruvate, releasing energy?

• Photosynthesis

• Glycolysis

• Fermentation

• Krebs cycle

What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

• Absorbs water

• Absorbs sunlight

• Releases oxygen

• Stores glucose

Which of the following best describes an ecosystem?

• A group of similar species

• A community of organisms and their environment

• A single species in an area

• A food chain