HW#3: Macromolecule Review

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Characteristic of carbon that makes it versatile?

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It can form long chains and rings.

Front

What is the main difference between dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis reactions?

Back

Dehydration synthesis removes a water molecule, while hydrolysis adds it.

Front

Which of the following is NOT one of the four classes of organic compounds central to life on earth? Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Minerals

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Minerals

Front

What elements make up the acronym CHNOPS, which are central to life on earth?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Sulfur

Front

What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

Back

Glucose

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Which type of carbohydrate is used by plants for long-term energy storage?

Back

Starch

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What is the primary function of DNA?

Back

Stores genetic information

Front

Which type of fat is usually derived from plants and is liquid at room temperature?

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Unsaturated fats

Front

What are proteins also called?

Back

Polypeptides

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What is a function of enzymes?

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Speed up chemical reactions