Exploring Macromolecules and Their Functions

What does the term 'organic' mean in science?

• Contains oxygen

• Contains hydrogen

• Contains carbon

• Contains nitrogen

What is the relationship between monomers and polymers?

• Polymers are smaller than monomers

• Monomers and polymers are the same

• Polymers are made up of monomers

• Monomers are made up of polymers

What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Monosaccharides

• Nucleotides

Which of the following is NOT an example of a carbohydrate?

• Glucose

• Glycogen

• Starch

• Keratin

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

• Providing structure

• Speeding up chemical reactions

• Energy storage

• Insulation

What is the monomer of lipids?

• Fatty acids

• Nucleotides

• Amino acids

• Monosaccharides

Which of the following is a function of lipids?

• Providing structure

• Speeding up chemical reactions

• Insulation

• Transporting oxygen

What is the monomer of proteins?

• Amino acids

• Fatty acids

• Monosaccharides

• Nucleotides

Which protein is responsible for the structure of hair and nails?

• Enzyme

• Glycogen

• Starch

• Keratin

What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

• Providing structure

• Energy storage

• Insulation

• Heredity