Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Question 1

The building blocks of proteins are .

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amino acids

Question 2

The building blocks of nucleic acids are .

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nucleotides

Question 3

The three parts of an amino acid are the amino group, the carboxyl group, and the group.

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R

Question 4

What is the name of the bond that is created when two amino acids join?

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peptide bond

Question 5

Identify which scientist or group of scientists was responsible for making each of the following discoveries.The double-helix structure of DNA: The chemical composition of proteins: The monomer of nucleic acids:

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Watson, Crick, and Franklin; Selection 1: Watson, Crick, and Franklin; Selection 2: Mulder; Selection 3: Levene

Question 6

The chemical composition of proteins:

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Mulder

Question 7

The monomer of nucleic acids:

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Levene

Question 8

Determine whether each of the following is a characteristic of DNA, RNA, or both.Is single-stranded: Contains nitrogenous bases: Contains uracil: Contains adenine: Is double-stranded: Is made of nucleotides: Contains deoxyribose sugar:

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Selection 1: RNA; Selection 2: both; Selection 3: RNA; Selection 4: both; Selection 5: DNA; Selection 6: both; Selection 7: DNA

Question 9

Which of the following correctly lists functions of proteins?

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providing structure, regulating cell processes, and creating movement

Question 10

Which best describes the role of nucleic acids?

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to transmit genetic information

Proteins and Nucleic Acids Answers

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