HAP - Ch. 2 (esp. Biochemistry) - Part 1

Front

What is the key source of energy for living organisms?

Back

Carbohydrate

Front

Which biomolecule is primarily composed of long chains of carbon and hydrogen?

Back

Lipid

Front

What is an organic molecule?

Back

A molecule that contains carbon and is found in living organisms.

Front

Which biomolecule is responsible for storing genetic information?

Back

Nucleic Acid

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

Back

To provide energy.

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 role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

Back

Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

Front

What are the four main types of biomolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

Front

What is the structure of a nucleotide?

Back

A nucleotide consists of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.