Molecules that are found in living cells and contain the element ___________ are considered organic molecules.
- a. hydrogen
- b. carbon
- c. oxygen
- d. nitrogen
- e. calcium
Introduction: After a lot of research, it has been found that all living organisms have organic molecules and macromolecules. Organic molecules and macromolecules may be carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, or nucleic acids. Organic molecules are named so because these molecules were seen first in living organisms.
Answer to Problem 1TY
Correct answer: Molecules that are found in living cells and contain the element carbon are considered as organic molecules. Hence, the correct answer is option b.
Explanation of Solution
Reason for correct answer:
Certain types of molecules were identified in all forms of life on Earth. All of these molecules contain carbon, therefore they are called as organic molecules. Organic molecules are studied under organic chemistry. Results of studies conducted by Wöhler and Kolbe showed that carbon is central to all organic molecules. Carbon is important because it has properties that make it suitable. Carbon can form four covalent bonds. It can exist as isomers and can bind to many different types of functional groups. Thus, carbon forms the backbone of all organic molecules.
Option b. is given as “carbon”.
Organic molecules are found in living cells and contain carbon. Hence, the correct answer is option b.
Reasons for incorrect answer:
Option a. is given as, “hydrogen”.
Organic molecules are based on the covalent interactions of hydrogens and carbons. Hydrogen provides organic molecules with the ability to form hydrogen bonds. However, the presence of hydrogen in organic molecules is not a necessity as there are certain organic molecules that do not contain hydrogen. Hence, option a. is incorrect.
Option c. is given as, “oxygen”.
Oxygen provides organic molecules with the ability to form hydrogen bonds and oxidative potential. However, the presence of oxygen in organic molecules is not a necessity as many organic molecules do not contain oxygen. Hence, option c. is incorrect.
Option d. is given as, “nitrogen”.
Nitrogen provides organic molecules with the ability to form hydrogen bonds. Nitrogen is important for the formation of amino acids and the genetic content of organisms. However, the presence of nitrogen in organic molecules is not a necessity as many organic molecules do not contain nitrogen. Hence, option d. is incorrect.
Option e. is given as, “calcium”.
Calcium is required in the skeletal system, muscular and nervous systems of the body. The presence of calcium in organic molecules is not a necessity as many organic molecules do not contain calcium. Hence, option e. is incorrect.
Hence, the options a., c., d. and e. are incorrect.
Thus, carbon is found in all living organisms and form an essential part of all organic molecules.
Want to see more full solutions like this?
Chapter 3 Solutions
EBK BIOLOGY
Additional Science Textbook Solutions
Microbiology Fundamentals: A Clinical Approach
Biological Science (6th Edition)
The Cosmic Perspective (8th Edition)
Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition)
Laboratory Manual For Human Anatomy & Physiology
- examples of synamtomorphy.arrow_forwardE. Bar Graph Use the same technique to upload the completed image. We will use a different type of graph to derive additional information from the CO2 data (Fig A1.6.2) 1. Calculate the average rate of increase in COz concentration per year for the time intervals 1959-1969, 1969- 1979, etc. and write the results in the spaces provided. The value for 1959-1969 is provided for you as an example. 2. Plot the results as a bar graph. The 1959-1969 is plotted for you. 3. Choose the graph that looks the most like yours A) E BAR GRAPH We will use a different type of graph to derive additional information from the CU, data (rig. nive). Average Yearly Rate of Observatory, Hawall interval Rate of increase per year 1959-1969 0.9 1969-1979 1979-1989 1989-1999 1999-2009 Figure A1.6.2 1999-2009 *- mrame -11- -n4 P2 جية 1989-1999 1979-1989 1969-1979 1959-1969 This bar drawn for you as an example 1.0 CO, Average Increase/Year (ppmv) B) E BAR GRAPH We will use a different type of graph to derive…arrow_forwardUse the relationships you just described to compute the values needed to fill in the blanks in the table in Fig A1.4.1 depth (a) 1.0 cml 0.7 cml cm| base dimensions (b, c)| 1.0 cm| 1.0 cm| 1.0 cm 1.0 cm| 1.0 cm| 1.0 cm volume (V) 1.0_cm' cm'| cm'| density (p) 1.0 g/cm'| 1.0 g/cm 1.0 g/cm' mass (m)| 0.3 g Column 1: depth at 1.0 cm volume mass Column 2: depth at 0.7 cm volume mass Column 3: unknown depth depth volumearrow_forward
- San Andreas Transform Boundary Plate Motion The geologic map below of southern California shows the position of the famous San Andreas Fault, a transform plate boundary between the North American Plate (east side) and the Pacific Plate (west side). The relative motion between the plates is indicated by the half arrows along the transform plate boundary (i.e., the Pacific Plate is moving to the northwest relative to the North American Plate). Note the two bodies of Oligocene volcanic rocks (labeled Ov) on the map in the previous page located along either side of the San Andreas Fault. These rocks are about 23.5 million years old and were once one body of rock. They have been separated by displacement along the fault. 21. Based on the offset of these volcanic rocks, what is the average annual rate of relative plate motion in cm/yr? SAF lab 2.jpg Group of answer choices 0.67 cm/yr 2 cm/yr 6.7 cm/yr 1.5 cm/yr CALIFORNIA Berkeley San Francisco K Os Q San Andreas Fault Ov…arrow_forwardThese are NOT part of any graded assignment. Are there other examples of synapomorphy. What is it called when the traits retained are similar to ancestors?arrow_forwardPlease hand draw everying. Thank you! Draw a gram positive bacterial cell below. Your cell should have the following parts, labeled: A coccus shape A capsule The gram positive cell wall should have the peptidoglycan labeled, as well as its component parts (NAM, NAG, and teichoic acid) A cell membrane Fimbriae A nucleoid Ribosomes Inclusionsarrow_forward
- Draw a gram negative bacterial cell below. Your cell should have the following parts, labeled: A bacillus shape Fimbriae Amphitrichous flagella 2 membranes (outer and inner) The outer membrane should have lipopolysaccharide (LPS) with lipid A and O antigens Periplasmic space The thin peptidoglycan cell wall between the 2 membranes A nucleoid Ribosomes Inclusionsarrow_forwardBacterial species Cell wall type Example: S. mitis Gram positive S. epidermidis H. pylori M. bovis S. marcescens Shape and arrangement Coccus, streptococcus Drawing 0000000arrow_forwardDraw a gram positive bacterial cell below. Your cell should have the following parts, labeled: A coccus shape A capsule The gram positive cell wall should have the peptidoglycan labeled, as well as its component parts (NAM, NAG, and teichoic acid) A cell membrane Fimbriae A nucleoid Ribosomes Inclusionsarrow_forward
- Concepts of BiologyBiologyISBN:9781938168116Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James WisePublisher:OpenStax CollegeHuman Biology (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781305112100Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillanPublisher:Cengage LearningBiology (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781337392938Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. BergPublisher:Cengage Learning