Macromolecules

Front

What are the single sugars that are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

Back

Monosaccharides

Front

What are the monomers of DNA?

Back

Nucleotides

Front

Genetic information is stored in which class of organic compounds?

Back

Nucleic acids

Front

Which is an example of a lipid?

Back

Olive Oil

Front

All organic compounds contain which element?

Back

Carbon

Front

What are the three main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy and structural support.

Front

What are proteins made of?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

Back

To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions.

Front

What is the structure of a nucleotide?

Back

A nucleotide consists of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.