Staar Biology Macromolecules

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

Back

Amino Acids

Front

Which of the 4 major macromolecules provides a quick burst of energy?

Back

Carbohydrates

Front

When water is added to split a molecule, the reaction is known as a(n) __ reaction.

Back

Hydrolysis

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino Acid

Front

Which of these describes hydrolysis?

Back

P + WATER ------> M + M

Front

What are the four major types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy.

Front

What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

Back

Energy storage and insulation.

Front

What is the process of building larger molecules from smaller ones called?

Back

Dehydration Synthesis.

Front

What are nucleotides?

Back

The building blocks of nucleic acids.