Multiple Choice
Which of the following are considered the four major types of biomolecules essential for life?
4. Biomolecules
Introduction to Biomolecules
Multiple Choice
Which of the following correctly describes the primary function of the four major types of biomolecules?
A
Carbohydrates store genetic information, lipids catalyze reactions, proteins provide energy, and nucleic acids store energy.
B
Carbohydrates provide energy, lipids store energy, proteins catalyze reactions, and nucleic acids store genetic information.
C
Carbohydrates store energy, lipids provide energy, proteins store genetic information, and nucleic acids catalyze reactions.
D
Carbohydrates catalyze reactions, lipids store genetic information, proteins store energy, and nucleic acids provide energy.
Verified step by step guidance1
Identify the four major types of biomolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Understand the primary function of carbohydrates: they are primarily used as a source of energy in the form of glucose.
Recognize the role of lipids: they are mainly involved in long-term energy storage and also play a role in forming cell membranes.
Know the function of proteins: they act as catalysts in the form of enzymes, facilitating biochemical reactions.
Understand the role of nucleic acids: they store and transmit genetic information, with DNA and RNA being the primary molecules involved.
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