Macromolecules

Front

The organic compounds that have many structural purposes and are used in many processes within the cell are called _____________.

Back

Proteins

Front

Waxes, oils and fats are examples of _____________.

Back

Lipids

Front

This is one job proteins do NOT have in the body: insulation, structure for tissues and organs, speed up chemical reactions, transport things through cell membrane. Choose the correct answer: _____________.

Back

insulation

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called ___________.

Back

Amino Acids

Front

The element _______ is found in all of the organic compounds.

Back

Carbon

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy and structural support.

Front

What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

Back

Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

Front

What are nucleic acids responsible for?

Back

Storing and transmitting genetic information.

Front

What is the basic unit (monomer) of carbohydrates?

Back

Monosaccharides.