Question

Match the vocabulary term with its correct defintion.
(3 points)

Macromolecule
Enzyme
Activation Energy
Atom
Molecule
Monomer
Polymer
Hydrophobic
Organic compound

Large molecules essential for life, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids
Proteins that speed up chemical reactions without being consumed in the process The energy required to start a chemical reaction.
The basic unit of matter, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons Two or more atoms bonded together
A single, small molecule that can bond with others to form a polymer. A large molecule composed of repeating monomers linked together.
Having a tendency to repel or not mix with water. A compound containing carbon and hydrogen, typically associated with living organisms.

Answer 1

Here’s the correct matching of vocabulary terms with their definitions:

1. **Macromolecule** - Large molecules essential for life, including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.
2. **Enzyme** - Proteins that speed up chemical reactions without being consumed in the process.
3. **Activation Energy** - The energy required to start a chemical reaction.
4. **Atom** - The basic unit of matter, consisting of protons, neutrons, and electrons.
5. **Molecule** - Two or more atoms bonded together.
6. **Monomer** - A single, small molecule that can bond with others to form a polymer.
7. **Polymer** - A large molecule composed of repeating monomers linked together.
8. **Hydrophobic** - Having a tendency to repel or not mix with water.
9. **Organic compound** - A compound containing carbon and hydrogen, typically associated with living organisms.