A Biomolecule Is a Substance Required by the Body That

question 10

Multiple Choice

A biomolecule is a substance required by the body that must be supplied by an outside source. During metabolism, energy can be extracted from dietary carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and can be used to create biomolecules required for life.

• A) Both statements are true.
• B) Both statements are false.
• C) The first statement is true; the second is false.
• D) The first statement is false; the second is true.

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Definitions:

Bone

Bone is a durable connective tissue comprised of collagen, calcium, and other minerals, forming the skeletal structure that supports and protects the body's organs and allows movement.

Kidneys

Vital organs responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and excreting them in urine, regulating electrolyte levels, and managing blood pressure.

Muscle

A tissue composed of fibers capable of contracting to produce movement in parts of the body.

Thromboxane

A lipid molecule that plays a role in the clotting of blood and constriction of blood vessels, contributing to the regulation of blood flow.