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Building blocks of proteins Which of the following organic molecules contain both an amine and carboxyl group?

A. Lipids

B. Proteins

C. Cellulose

D. Chitin

Answer Explanation:

The basic building block of the protein is ammonia, which comprises of ammino group -NH2 and a carboxyl group, -COOH.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is B.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Science

  • Q #1: Which of the following are structural features of the trachea?

    A. C-shaped cartilage

    B. Smooth muscle fibers

    C. Cilia

    D. All of the above

    Answer Explanation

  • Q #2: If a portion of strand of DNA bases reads 5’ AGCTAGCGT 3’, what would the sequence of bases on the complementary strand read?

    A. 5’ UCGAUCGCA 3’

    B. 3’ TCGATCGCA 5’

    C. 5’ TCGUTCGCU 3’

    D. 3’ AGCTAGCGT 5’

    Answer Explanation

    The complimentary base pairing of DNA states that A pairs with T while C pairs with G. From the give sequence, the complimentary DNA strand will be 3’ TCGATCGCA 5’

  • Q #3: An atom of lead (Pb) has a mass number of 207. How many neutrons are in the nucleus?

    A. 130

    B. 125

    C. 82

    D. 84

    Answer Explanation

    We find the number of neutrons as follows

    Number of neutrons

                = mass number – atomic number

                = 207 – 82

                = 125 neutrons