Biochemistry Basics Quiz

Test your knowledge of basic biochemistry concepts with this quiz! Answer 10 questions to see how well you understand the building blocks of life.

published on March 29
1/10

Which molecule is known as the 'building blocks of proteins'?

Which molecule is known as the 'building blocks of proteins'?
Glucose
Amino acids
Lipids
Nucleic acids
2/10

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis in a cell?

Which organelle is responsible for protein synthesis in a cell?
Ribosome
Mitochondria
Endoplasmic reticulum
Lysosome
3/10

What is the primary function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

Structural support
Catalysts
Energy storage
Transport molecules
4/10

Which molecule stores and transfers genetic information in cells?

Which molecule stores and transfers genetic information in cells?
ATP
RNA
DNA
Protein
5/10

Which of the following is a monosaccharide?

Which of the following is a monosaccharide?
Glucose
Sucrose
Cellulose
Starch
6/10

What is the basic unit of DNA structure?

What is the basic unit of DNA structure?
Adenine
Nucleotide
Amino acid
Phosphate group
7/10

Which of the following lipids are liquid at room temperature?

Which of the following lipids are liquid at room temperature?
Butter
Lard
Olive oil
Coconut oil
8/10

Which process breaks down glucose to produce ATP?

Which process breaks down glucose to produce ATP?
Photosynthesis
Cellular respiration
Glycolysis
Fermentation
9/10

Which of the following is a nitrogenous base found in DNA?

Which of the following is a nitrogenous base found in DNA?
Adenine
Thymine
Uracil
Cytosine
10/10

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?
Energy storage
Cell membrane structure
Energy source
Enzyme synthesis