Macromolecules

Front

What are the smaller subunits that lipids can be digested into?

Back

Fatty acids

Front

Which macromolecule is responsible for storing energy, insulating the body, and forming cell membranes?

Back

Lipids

Front

What are the monomers of carbohydrates called?

Back

Monosaccharides

Front

Which organic compound serves as the main source of energy for living organisms?

Back

Carbohydrates

Front

What type of macromolecule is characterized by its structure and function in biological processes, often made up of amino acids?

Back

Proteins

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules found in living organisms?

Back

Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids

Front

What is the primary function of nucleic acids in cells?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information

Front

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Back

Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.

Front

What is the role of enzymes, which are a type of protein, in biological reactions?

Back

To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions

Front

What is the basic structure of a carbohydrate?

Back

Carbohydrates are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, typically in a ratio of 1:2:1.