Multiple Choice
DNA is what type of biomolecule?
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4. Biomolecules
Nucleic Acids
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Which type of biomolecule is DNA classified as?
A
Nucleic Acid
B
Lipid
C
Carbohydrate
D
Protein
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Understand the four main types of biomolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Each has distinct structures and functions in biological systems.
Recall that DNA stands for deoxyribonucleic acid, which provides a clue about its classification.
Recognize that nucleic acids are polymers made up of nucleotide monomers, which include a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.
Identify the primary function of DNA: storing and transmitting genetic information, which is a characteristic function of nucleic acids.
Conclude that DNA is classified as a nucleic acid based on its structure and function, distinguishing it from lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins.
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