Macromolecules

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Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

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Amino Acids

Front

What is the function of nucleic acids?

Back

Store genetic information

Front

What are the monomers of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides

Front

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

Back

Lipids

Front

How many sugar units make up polysaccharides?

Back

More than two

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

Back

Provide energy and structural support

Front

What are lipids primarily composed of?

Back

Glycerol and fatty acids

Front

What is the role of proteins in the body?

Back

Build and repair tissues, enzymes, hormones

Front

What is a polymer?

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A large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers