AnswersHVA 26-27 IM Biology ALab: Identifying Nutrients

Lab: Identifying Nutrients — Unit test Answers

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What would most likely happen to plants if they did not have a waxy outer coating?

A
They would store more water in their leaves.
B
They would photosynthesize at a faster rate.
C
They would store more sugars in their leaves.
D
They would be harmed by insects and UV radiation.
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Which statement describes how enzymes and substrates are related?

A
The enzyme influences the speed of change from substrate to product.
B
Enzymes are released as substrates in a chemical reaction.
C
An enzyme is a special kind of substrate in a chemical reaction.
D
Substrates combine with enzymes to form reactants.
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What type of lipid is estrogen?

A
steroid
B
phospholipid
C
triglyceride
D
wax
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Lactose (milk sugar) is a carbohydrate that is formed by combining galactose and glucose. Which term best describes this molecule?

A
monosaccharide
B
disaccharide
C
monomer
D
starch
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In which part of the body is glycogen stored?

A
liver
B
blood
C
pancreas
D
exoskeleton
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A scientist is working with methane (CH4) and butane (C4H10). Which statement best compares these chemicals?

A
They are two different types of molecules that each contain the same number of atoms.
B
They are two different types of atoms that are each made up of a different number of elements.
C
They are compounds made of the same two elements, but each contain different numbers of atoms.
D
They are matter made of the same two compounds, but each contain different types of elements.
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Read the following information from a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) about the chemical hydrochloric acid (HCl).“Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.”Based on this information, which is the most important thing to do right away if a student spills HCl on his shirt?

A
Remove the shirt, and rinse the skin with water.
B
Remove the shirt, and find a sink to rinse it in.
C
Get help from a classmate immediately.
D
Call 911 to get medical attention immediately.
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Which food contains mostly polysaccharides?

A
cake
B
sugar
C
berries
D
pasta
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Jun is at risk for heart disease so he is watching his cholesterol levels. He refers to the table below to choose what is best for his health.Comparison Chart of Fats Food (14 g)Saturated Fat (g)Monounsaturated Fat (g)Polyunsaturated Fat (g)Butter7.93.70.5Cream cheese3.01.50.2Margarine1.65.43.4Peanut butter1.44.02.6Which snack is the healthiest option for Jun, based on the data in the table?

A
bagel with butter
B
bagel with cream cheese
C
bagel with margarine
D
bagel with peanut butter
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How does a catalyst influence a chemical reaction?

A
It speeds up or slows down a chemical reaction by direct participation.
B
It reacts with products to increase the concentration of reactants.
C
It decreases the amount of energy necessary for the reaction to proceed.
D
It increases the total amount of products formed.
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There are more hydrogen atoms in living organisms than any other atom, but oxygen is more abundant in terms of mass. Why is this statement true?

A
Hydrogen is a gas, but oxygen is a solid.
B
Hydrogen atoms have a lower mass than oxygen atoms.
C
Hydrogen atoms make up more of water's mass than oxygen atoms.
D
Hydrogen is present as single atoms and oxygen is bonded in compounds.
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A doctor suspects that one of her patients has a deficiency in one of the six key elements found in living organisms. He has low energy and extremely weak, soft bones. Based on this information alone, which nutrient supplement will she most likely prescribe?

A
phosphorus
B
zinc
C
sodium
D
sulfur
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Which recent discovery led to a new understanding of how genetic mutations increase the risk of cancer?

A
double helix structure of DNA
B
BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes
C
nucleic acid monomers
D
formation of tumor suppressor proteins

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