Which of the following is the most diverse biomolecule?
A
Carbohydrates
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B
Proteins
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C
Lipids
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D
Nucleic acids
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Solution
The correct option is B Proteins Carbohydrates are the most abundant molecule. Cellulose is the most abundant carbohydrate.
Proteins are the most diverse biomolecules. Diversity is greatest in terms of proteins. RuBisCO is the most abundant protein in nature and collagen is the most abundant protein in the animal world.
Lipids and nucleic acids are not that diverse or abundant. Nucleic acids are mostly found in the genetic material of an organism. Lipids are usually found in the form of storage material or fats.