Biomolecules

Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids.

Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

Lipids serve as energy storage, insulation, and make up cell membranes.

Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, are responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information.

A triglyceride is a type of lipid made up of glycerol and three fatty acids.

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

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

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

DNA is a double helix structure made up of nucleotides, which include a sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogenous base.