Macromolecules Quiz- Olivia Balaji

Which of the following is a primary function of carbohydrates in cells?

• • To store genetic information

• • To provide energy

• To protect you from cancer

• • To form cells

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Proteins are made up of which of the following monomers?

• • Monosaccharides

• • Fatty acids

• Nucleotides

• • Amino acids

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Which macromolecule is mostly responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information?

• Lipids

• Proteins

• • Carbohydrates

• • Nucleic acids

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Which of the following is a function of lipids in a system?

• • chemical reactions

• • Storing energy

• • Transmitting genetic information

• • Structural support

What is the primary role of enzymes in cellular processes?

• • To provide structure

• • To store energy

• • To speed up chemical reactions

• • To transmit genetic information

How do proteins help the body?

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Which of the following statements about carbohydrates is true?

• They are made up of amino acids

• They can form long chains called polysaccharides

• They are hydrophobic molecules

• They cannot be stored in the body

Which of the following macromolecules is directly involved in the synthesis of proteins?

• DNA

• RNA

• Enzymes

• A and B

What are the four main types of macromolecules essential for life?

• Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids

• Proteins, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates

• Lipids, proteins, fats, sugars

• Carbohydrates, nucleic acids, amino acids, enzymes

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Which macromolecule is an essential component of cell membranes?

• Carbohydrates

• proteins

• lipids

• Nucleic acids