Multiple Choice
In biochemistry, what is the monomer (basic building block) of proteins?
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1. Introduction to Biochemistry
Proteins
Multiple Choice
In biochemistry, what are the building blocks of proteins called?
A
Nucleotides
B
Amino acids
C
Monosaccharides
D
Fatty acids
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Understand that proteins are large biomolecules essential for various biological functions, and they are made up of smaller units called building blocks.
Recall that the building blocks of proteins are specific organic compounds that link together in chains to form proteins.
Identify the four options given: Nucleotides, Amino acids, Monosaccharides, and Fatty acids, and recognize which biomolecules they correspond to (e.g., nucleotides build nucleic acids, monosaccharides build carbohydrates, fatty acids build lipids).
Recognize that amino acids are the unique building blocks that polymerize to form proteins through peptide bonds.
Conclude that the correct answer is amino acids, as they are the fundamental units that make up proteins.
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