Macromolecules Practice for Test

Front

What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

Back

saccharides

Front

What are the monomers of lipids?

Back

Glycerol and fatty acids

Front

What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

Back

store genetic information

Front

What type of food is best to eat before a race?

Back

pasta

Front

Which macromolecule is responsible for energy storage, insulation, and cell membrane structure?

Back

lipids

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids

Front

What is the role of carbohydrates in the body?

Back

Provide energy and support cellular structure

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-7

Front

What are proteins made of?

Back

Amino acids

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-6

Front

What is the function of enzymes?

Back

Catalyze biochemical reactions

Front

How do lipids differ from carbohydrates?

Back

Lipids are hydrophobic and store more energy per gram than carbohydrates.