Biomolecules (CP Bio)

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, and carbohydrates.

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What is the primary function of proteins?

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Proteins serve various functions including catalyzing biochemical reactions (enzymes), providing structure (collagen), and facilitating transport (hemoglobin).

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What are carbohydrates primarily used for?

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Carbohydrates are primarily used for energy storage and providing structural support in cells.

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What is a lipid?

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Lipids are a diverse group of hydrophobic molecules, including fats, oils, and phospholipids, that are primarily used for energy storage and forming cell membranes.

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What is a nucleic acid?

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

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What is a monomer?

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A monomer is a small, basic molecular unit that can join together to form polymers.

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What is a polymer?

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A polymer is a large molecule made up of repeating structural units (monomers) connected by covalent bonds.

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What is the role of enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in biological processes.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.

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What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

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The building blocks of nucleic acids are nucleotides.