FLASHCARD PREP: ORGANIC / MACROMOLECULES

Front

What is a biomolecule made of amino acids?

Back

Protein

Front

What process do monomers undergo to form polymers?

Back

Dehydration synthesis

Front

What is the monomer (building block) of a nucleic acid?

Back

Nucleotide

Front

Which biomolecule serves as the main source of quick energy?

Back

Carbohydrate

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy and support cellular structure.

Front

What are lipids primarily composed of?

Back

Fatty acids and glycerol.

Front

What is the role of proteins in the body?

Back

They serve as enzymes, hormones, and structural components.

Front

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Back

Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.

Front

What is the function of nucleic acids?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.