Macromolecules

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What are the four macromolecules?

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Proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

Back

Amino Acids.

Front

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

Back

Lipids.

Front

The element _______ is found in all of the organic compounds.

Back

Carbon.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and support cellular structure.

Front

What are nucleic acids and what is their function?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What are the building blocks of lipids?

Back

Glycerol and fatty acids.

Front

What role do enzymes play in biological processes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

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.

Front

What is the structure of a protein determined by?

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The sequence of amino acids in the polypeptide chain.