UW Madison Bio 101 Exam 1 Questions With Correct verified Answers 2023

What is a covalent bond? - When two atoms share electrons What are the three key polar covalent bonds (for the sake of this class)? - O-H, N-H, S-H What can H bond to? - Other polar molecules and water. How are polymers built? - Through dehydration reactions (Monomer in, water out) How are polymers broken down? - Through hydrolysis reactions (Water in, monomer out) What is the identifying shape of a carbohydrate? - Ring-shaped What is the function of a disaccharide? - To be broken down for quick energy. What is the function of glucose? - Glucose is a monosaccharide that is used as fuel to make ATP. T/F: All polysaccharides are composed of glucose. - True What is the function of a starch? Where is it found? - Function: Energy Storage Found: in plants What is the function of glycogen? Where is it found? - Function: energy storage Found: animals What is the function of cellulose? Where is it found? - Function: Structural Found: Plant cells What is the function of chitin? Where is it found? - Function: Structural Found: Insects, some animals, fungi