Macromolecules Test Review

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What is a macromolecule?

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A very large molecule also called a polymer.

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What elements are lipids made of?

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C, H, O

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What is an element?

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A substance that cannot be separated or broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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What type of macromolecule is DNA?

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Nucleic Acid, made up of nucleotide monomers.

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What elements are carbohydrates made of?

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C, H, O

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What is a polymer?

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A large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids, which are linked by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.