Biomolecules
What's the largest and most diverse group of the 7 taxonomic levels?
Kingdom
What is the difference between organic and inorganic molecules?
Organic--contains carbon and Hydrogen Inorganic--does NOT contain carbon and hydrogen
Name the two types of nucleic acids
DNA and RNA
In a scientific name, which name is capitalized?
Genus
A polymer is composed of what?
Multiple Monomers
Do enzymes fit with just any substrate?
No they are specific
What are the monomers or building blocks for carbohydrates?
Sugars- glucose, fructose
What is the function of STRUCTURAL proteins?
Structure
Which of these organisms are more closely related?
Musca Rubra
Musca Alba
Quercas Rubra
Musca Rubra and Musca Alba- Same genus is more closely related than same species identifier
What is the life process that creates energy for organisms?
Cellular respiration
What happens to an enzyme if it is exposed to an incorrect pH or temperature?
It becomes denatured
What are the monomers or building blocks of proteins?
Amino Acids
What kind of carbohydrates function as long-term energy storage?
Starch, vegetables, grains, bread
What are the three main differences that help us to differentiate between the five kingdoms?
type of cell, organization, and type of nutrition
What is the name of the process that maintains a stable internal environment?
Homeostasis
Is a low pH considered Acidic or Basic?
Acidic
What type of organic molecule stores genetic information?
Nucleic acid
What is the process plants use to convert light energy into chemical energy?
Photosynthesis
What is the main difference between a prokaryote and a eukaryote?
Eukaryotes have a nucleus with genetic material contained inside of it.
What is the formula for photosynthesis OR respiration?
CO2+H20+Sun's Energy= Glucose+O2
OR
Glucose+O2= CO2+H2O+ Energy(ATP)