Biomolecules Vocab

Front

What is the major part of the cell membrane that protects the cell and helps regulate what passes in and out?

Back

Lipid

Front

What biomolecule provides an immediate energy source?

Back

Carbohydrate

Front

Which biomolecule is responsible for storing and transferring genetic information?

Back

Nucleic acid

Front

What are chromosomes made of?

Back

Nucleic acid

Front

What is the term for a simple sugar?

Back

Carbohydrate

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

Which biomolecule is primarily used for long-term energy storage?

Back

Lipid

Front

What type of biomolecule includes enzymes that catalyze biochemical reactions?

Back

Protein

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy

Front

What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

Back

DNA and RNA