Carbs and Lipids Flashcard

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What is the name of the polymer that provides long term energy storage?

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Lipids are the polymers that provide long-term energy storage in organisms.

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Lipid bilayers are the basis for what important cell structure?

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Lipid bilayers form the cell membrane, which is essential for protecting and organizing cells.

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A large, carbon-based molecule made up of many smaller molecules linked together is called a...

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A polymer is a large, carbon-based molecule made up of many smaller units called monomers.

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Fruits, bread, pasta, rice, and cereal are examples of what type of carbon-based molecule?

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These are examples of carbohydrates, which are essential for providing energy.

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What macromolecule is shown? (If a lipid structure is shown)

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The macromolecule shown is a lipid, which is important for energy storage and cell membrane structure.

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What are carbohydrates primarily used for in the body?

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Carbohydrates are primarily used for providing energy to the body.

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What are the two main types of lipids?

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The two main types of lipids are triglycerides and phospholipids.

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What is the basic building block of carbohydrates?

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The basic building block of carbohydrates is a monosaccharide.

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What is the role of phospholipids in the cell membrane?

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Phospholipids form a bilayer that acts as a barrier to protect the cell and regulate what enters and exits.

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What is a common example of a polysaccharide?

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Starch is a common example of a polysaccharide, which is a complex carbohydrate.