Biomolecules

large organic molecules that contain carbon

• macromolecules

• polymers

• carbohydrates

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the small, basic unit of macromolecules

• monomer

• polymer

• monosaccharides

• polysaccharides

What is the function of carbohydrates

• short term energy

• long term energy

• makes up cell membranes

• makes up genetic material

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which of the following is a good source of carbohydrates?

• pasta

• red meat

• veggies

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Glucose, lactose, sucrose are all examples of

• plants

• sugars

• proteins

• vitamins

______________________ are used for long term energy storage and are found in fats and oils

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• nucleic acids

• proteins

Which of the macromolecules is the most diverse and most abundant?

• proteins

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• nucleic acids

The folding of proteins is important because

• the shape determines what it does

• the folds contain more energy

• the shape determines how long it lasts

• the folds store genetic material

the main function of nucleic acids is

• long term energy storage

• make up the cell membrane

• store genetic information

• grow new cells

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Which of the following macromolecules does NOT provide any calories/energy when consumed

• lipids

• proteins

• nucleic acids

• carbohydrates

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