Biochemistry Module 1 Exam Preparation: Questions & Answers (2026)

Biochemistry Module 1 Exam Preparation:
Questions & Answers (2026)




True or False: According to the Module, a compound with a molecular mass of 3,000 g/mol is considered a
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macromolecule. - correct answersFalse c c c




True or False: Biomolecules can have only two functional groups. - correct answersFalse
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True or False: The following function group is an aldehyde. - correct answersFalse
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True or False: In a eukaryotic cell, the organelles called ribosomes serve the purpose of digesting
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macromolecules. - correct answersFalse c c c




True or False: Carbon dioxide has a linear molecular shape AND has a bond angle of 120 degrees. - correct
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answersFalse



Of the following, ______ is not a property of carbon:
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- forming covalent bonds
c c c




- triple bond formation
c c c c




- possessing five valence electrons
c c c c

, - reacting to form long chains called polymers
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- forming multiple bonds - correct answers- possessing five valence electrons
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Which of the following is an element not typically found in living organisms?
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-N
c




- He
c




-H
c




-S
c




- O - correct answers- He
c c c c c




_____________ is a functional group found in carbohydrates. c c c c c c c




- Esters
c




- Thiols
c




- Carboxylic acids
c c




- Alcohols
c




- Amines - correct answers- Alcohols
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The following function group is an example of ___________.
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- Ketone
c




- Thiol
c




- Amide
c




- Benzene
c




- Aldehyde - correct answers- Ketone
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A __________ is a chemical formula that does NOT show the C-H and C-C bonds.
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