Question 1

The reaction sucrose + water → glucose + fructose is an example of a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  double replacement reaction 
B)  synthesis reaction 
C)  decomposition reaction 
D)  neutralization reaction 
E)  anabolic reaction 
A)  double replacement reaction 
B)  synthesis reaction 
C)  decomposition reaction 
D)  neutralization reaction 
E)  anabolic reaction

Question 2

The four most common elements in the human body are oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, and hydrogen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Discuss radioisotopes and explain why they are studied in anatomy and physiology.

Accepted Answer

Radioisotopes are unstable isotopes of h

Question 4

The movement of ions across plasma membranes is an example of ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  radiant energy 
B)  chemical energy 
C)  electrical energy 
D)  mechanical energy 
E)  potential energy 
A)  radiant energy 
B)  chemical energy 
C)  electrical energy 
D)  mechanical energy 
E)  potential energy

Question 5

Which polysaccharide is formed of linked glucose molecules and stored in animal tissues?

Accepted Answer

A)  ribose 
B)  cellulose 
C)  starch 
D)  glucose 
E)  glycogen 
A)  ribose 
B)  cellulose 
C)  starch 
D)  glucose 
E)  glycogen

Question 6

Glycogen and starch are examples of a specific category of carbohydrates called ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  monosaccharides 
B)  triglycerides 
C)  steroids 
D)  polysaccharides 
A)  monosaccharides 
B)  triglycerides 
C)  steroids 
D)  polysaccharides

Question 7

Match the following:
-Bonds are both made and broken in these reactions.

Accepted Answer

A) Synthesis reaction 
B) Decomposition reaction 
C) Exchange reaction 
A) Synthesis reaction 
B) Decomposition reaction 
C) Exchange reaction

Question 8

Which of the following may be used in PET scans as biological tracers that can be followed through the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  nucleic acids 
B)  proteins 
C)  electrons 
D)  ions 
E)  radioisotopes 
A)  nucleic acids 
B)  proteins 
C)  electrons 
D)  ions 
E)  radioisotopes

Question 9

Match the following:
-Triglycerides, steroids, and fat-soluble vitamins are examples

Accepted Answer

A) fibrous proteins 
B) globular proteins 
C) amino acids 
D) lipids 
E) carbohydrates
F)nucleic acids 
A) fibrous proteins 
B) globular proteins 
C) amino acids 
D) lipids 
E) carbohydrates
F)nucleic acids

Question 10

The growth of cells and repair of worn-out tissues is accomplished by ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  decomposition reactions 
B)  catabolic reactions 
C)  hydrolysis reactions 
D)  synthesis reactions 
E)  neutralization reactions 
A)  decomposition reactions 
B)  catabolic reactions 
C)  hydrolysis reactions 
D)  synthesis reactions 
E)  neutralization reactions

Question 11

Describe the role of the electron in chemical bond formation.

Accepted Answer

When the valence shell of an atom contai

Question 12

Which of the following is classified as an inorganic compound?

Accepted Answer

A)  glucose 
B)  triglyceride 
C)  water 
D)  protein 
E)  steroid 
A)  glucose 
B)  triglyceride 
C)  water 
D)  protein 
E)  steroid

Question 13

A molecule of methane, CH₄, is known specifically as a(n) ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  compound 
B)  radioisotope 
C)  element 
D)  atom 
E)  anion 
A)  compound 
B)  radioisotope 
C)  element 
D)  atom 
E)  anion

Question 14

Which of the following statements about ATP is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  ATP drives the transport of certain solutes (e.g., amino acids) across cell membranes. 
B)  ATP activates contractile proteins in muscle cells so that cells can shorten and perform mechanical work. 
C)  ATP provides the energy needed to drive energy-absorbing chemical reactions. 
D)  ATP is a modified nucleotide. 
E)  The phosphate groups of ATP are attached by high-energy hydrogen bonds. 
A)  ATP drives the transport of certain solutes (e.g., amino acids) across cell membranes. 
B)  ATP activates contractile proteins in muscle cells so that cells can shorten and perform mechanical work. 
C)  ATP provides the energy needed to drive energy-absorbing chemical reactions. 
D)  ATP is a modified nucleotide. 
E)  The phosphate groups of ATP are attached by high-energy hydrogen bonds.

Question 15

Explain the relationship between atoms and elements.

Accepted Answer

Elements are unique substances that cann

Question 16

Glucose and fructose are classified as disaccharides.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Inactive or stored energy is called kinetic energy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Enzymes are ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrates 
B)  stable at high temperatures 
C)  biological catalysts 
D)  not reusable 
E)  required in large amounts in order to be effective 
A)  carbohydrates 
B)  stable at high temperatures 
C)  biological catalysts 
D)  not reusable 
E)  required in large amounts in order to be effective

The reaction sucrose + water → glucose + fructose is an example of a(n) ________.

The four most common elements in the human body are oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, and hydrogen.

Discuss radioisotopes and explain why they are studied in anatomy and physiology.

The movement of ions across plasma membranes is an example of ________.

Which polysaccharide is formed of linked glucose molecules and stored in animal tissues?

Glycogen and starch are examples of a specific category of carbohydrates called ________.

Match the following: -Bonds are both made and broken in these reactions.

Which of the following may be used in PET scans as biological tracers that can be followed through the body?

Match the following: -Triglycerides, steroids, and fat-soluble vitamins are examples

The growth of cells and repair of worn-out tissues is accomplished by ________.

Describe the role of the electron in chemical bond formation.

Which of the following is classified as an inorganic compound?

A molecule of methane, CH₄, is known specifically as a(n) ________.

Which of the following statements about ATP is false?

Explain the relationship between atoms and elements.

Glucose and fructose are classified as disaccharides.

Inactive or stored energy is called kinetic energy.

Enzymes are ________.

The Human Body: An Orientation

Cells and Tissues

Skin and Body Membranes

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Cardiovascular System

The Lymphatic System and Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System and Body Metabolism

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

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Exam 2: Basic Chemistry

The reaction sucrose + water → glucose + fructose is an example of a(n) ________.

The four most common elements in the human body are oxygen, carbon, nitrogen, and hydrogen.

Discuss radioisotopes and explain why they are studied in anatomy and physiology.

The movement of ions across plasma membranes is an example of ________.

Which polysaccharide is formed of linked glucose molecules and stored in animal tissues?

Glycogen and starch are examples of a specific category of carbohydrates called ________.

Match the following: -Bonds are both made and broken in these reactions.

Which of the following may be used in PET scans as biological tracers that can be followed through the body?

Match the following: -Triglycerides, steroids, and fat-soluble vitamins are examples

The growth of cells and repair of worn-out tissues is accomplished by ________.

Describe the role of the electron in chemical bond formation.

Which of the following is classified as an inorganic compound?

A molecule of methane, CH₄, is known specifically as a(n) ________.

Which of the following statements about ATP is false?

Explain the relationship between atoms and elements.

Glucose and fructose are classified as disaccharides.

Inactive or stored energy is called kinetic energy.

Enzymes are ________.

The Human Body: An Orientation

Cells and Tissues

Skin and Body Membranes

The Skeletal System

The Muscular System

The Nervous System

Special Senses

The Endocrine System

Blood

The Cardiovascular System

The Lymphatic System and Body Defenses

The Respiratory System

The Digestive System and Body Metabolism

The Urinary System

The Reproductive System

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