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Which list correctly shows carbohydrates in size from smallest to largest?

A
monosaccharide, disaccharide, polysaccharide
B
disaccharide, polysaccharide, monosaccharide
C
disaccharide, monosaccharide, polysaccharide
D
polysaccharide, disaccharide, monosaccharide
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Which substance is a nucleic acid?

A
amino acid
B
fat
C
polysaccharide
D
RNA
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Which statement correctly compares nucleic acids and carbohydrates?

A
They both contain carbon, but only nucleic acids contain hydrogen.
B
They both contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a 1:2:1 ratio.
C
They both contain carbon, but only carbohydrates contain oxygen.
D
They both contain carbon, but only nucleic acids contain phosphorous.
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Glycogen is an energy-storage molecule in humans. A hormone that is called insulin controls the storage of glycogen in the liver. Insulin is made up of amino acids. Which statement correctly identifies the types of macromolecules that are described?

A
Glycogen is a protein, and insulin is a lipid.
B
Glycogen is a protein, and insulin is a protein.
C
Glycogen is a carbohydrate, and insulin is a lipid.
D
Glycogen is a carbohydrate, and insulin is a protein.
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How are proteins and nucleic acids related?

A
They both provide energy.
B
They both carry genetic information.
C
The structure of proteins is determined by nucleic acids.
D
The subunits of nucleic acids are also the subunits of proteins.
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If Tyler does not eat a diet that includes essential amino acids, his cells will not be able to build

A
nucleic acids.
B
certain proteins.
C
cell membranes.
D
certain carbohydrates.
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The picture shows a carafe of olive oil.What is one of the primary functions of this food in the body?

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A
building proteins
B
storing energy
C
providing structure to cell walls
D
carrying genetic information

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