Macromolecules Practice Flashcardizz

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

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose and fructose.

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This macromolecule breaks down into sugars such as glucose.

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Carbohydrates are macromolecules that provide energy and are broken down into simple sugars like glucose.

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Which macromolecule stores energy, insulates us, and makes up the cell membrane?

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Lipids are macromolecules that store energy, provide insulation, and are key components of cell membranes.

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Nucleotides are monomers of which macromolecule?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA.

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What type of macromolecule are enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What are the three main types of macromolecules?

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The three main types of macromolecules are carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy for cells.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of long chains of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.

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What role do lipids play in the body?

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Lipids serve as energy storage, insulation, and structural components of cell membranes.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.