Macromolecules

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What type of lipid comprises the cell membrane?

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Phospholipids

Front

Why are lipids insoluble in water?

Back

Lipids are non-polar.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids.

Front

What type of macromolecule stores energy long-term?

Back

Lipids.

Front

What type of macromolecule is represented by enzymes?

Back

Proteins.

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy.

Front

What is the structure of a phospholipid?

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A hydrophilic (water-attracting) head and two hydrophobic (water-repelling) tails.

Front

What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What are saturated fats?

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Fats that have no double bonds between carbon atoms.