Macromolecules

Front

What are waxes, oils, and fats examples of?

Back

Lipids

Front

Which macromolecule stores energy, insulates us, and makes up the cell membrane?

Back

Lipids

Front

All polymers are made up of what?

Back

Monomers

Front

What are monosaccharides (sugars) the monomers of?

Back

Carbohydrates

Front

Which organic compound is the main source of quick energy for living things?

Back

Carbohydrates

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

Back

To build and repair tissues.

Front

What are nucleic acids responsible for?

Back

Storing and transmitting genetic information.

Front

What is the basic unit of carbohydrates?

Back

Monosaccharides.

Front

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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