BIOS 256 EXAM 2 QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2027 | VERIFIED … EXAM
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BIOS 256 Exam 2 Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Verified Exam Questions
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 32 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 32 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales
covering core biological processes. It is an essential study aid for understanding
metabolism and physiological functions. Students can effectively use this resource for
comprehensive exam preparation and knowledge reinforcement.
TOPICS
Nutrient Fundamentals Q1–Q6
Metabolic Pathways Q7–Q21
Thermoregulation Q22–Q23
Renal Anatomy & Physiology Q24–Q32
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 32
6 classes of nutrients
Page 1
, CORRECT ANSWER
water, carbs, lipids, proteins (macronutrients)
vitamins & minerals (micronutrients)
RATIONALE
The six classes of nutrients are categorized into macronutrients and micronutrients.
Macronutrients, required in larger quantities, include water, carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 32
carbs come in 3 forms
CORRECT ANSWER
monosaccharides: glucose, galactose, fructose
disaccharides: sucrose, maltose, lactose
polysaccharides: starch, glycogen, cellulose
RATIONALE
Carbohydrates are classified into three main categories based on their molecular structure:
monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. Monosaccharides are simple sugars that
cannot be broken down further, with glucose, galactose, and fructose being common examples.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 32
proteins are made of
CORRECT ANSWER
amino acids
RATIONALE
Proteins are large biomolecules, or macromolecules, consisting of one or more long chains of
amino acid residues. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, linked together by peptide
bonds.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
BIOS 256 Exam 2 Questions
& Answers 2026-2027 |
Verified Exam Questions
(Rationales)
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales 32 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document provides 32 verified questions with correct answers and detailed rationales
covering core biological processes. It is an essential study aid for understanding
metabolism and physiological functions. Students can effectively use this resource for
comprehensive exam preparation and knowledge reinforcement.
TOPICS
Nutrient Fundamentals Q1–Q6
Metabolic Pathways Q7–Q21
Thermoregulation Q22–Q23
Renal Anatomy & Physiology Q24–Q32
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 32
6 classes of nutrients
Page 1
, CORRECT ANSWER
water, carbs, lipids, proteins (macronutrients)
vitamins & minerals (micronutrients)
RATIONALE
The six classes of nutrients are categorized into macronutrients and micronutrients.
Macronutrients, required in larger quantities, include water, carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 32
carbs come in 3 forms
CORRECT ANSWER
monosaccharides: glucose, galactose, fructose
disaccharides: sucrose, maltose, lactose
polysaccharides: starch, glycogen, cellulose
RATIONALE
Carbohydrates are classified into three main categories based on their molecular structure:
monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. Monosaccharides are simple sugars that
cannot be broken down further, with glucose, galactose, and fructose being common examples.
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 32
proteins are made of
CORRECT ANSWER
amino acids
RATIONALE
Proteins are large biomolecules, or macromolecules, consisting of one or more long chains of
amino acid residues. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, linked together by peptide
bonds.
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