3.1 and 3.2 exam review CP Envrionmental

Front

Which type of macromolecule is composed of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and can produce tissues, act as hormones, and serve as enzymes?

Back

Proteins

Front

All material in the universe that has mass and occupies space is called?

Back

Matter

Front

Because of their large size, proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids are together called?

Back

Macromolecules

Front

Which biomolecule is used for long term energy storage and to cushion vital organs?

Back

Lipids

Front

The central core of every atom, containing protons and neutrons, is called a(n)?

Back

Nucleus

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy

Front

What type of bond forms between two amino acids?

Back

Peptide bond

Front

What is the main function of nucleic acids?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information

Front

What are lipids primarily composed of?

Back

Glycerol and fatty acids