Organic Compounds Flashcard Review

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Proteins are made of monomers called _________

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Amino Acids

Front

Glycerol and fatty acids are the monomers of

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Lipids

Front

Which of the following is a Nucleic Acid?

Back

DNA

Front

What are the four macromolecules?

Back

Proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids

Front

Which of the following is a Carbohydrate?

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Sugar

Front

What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

Back

To build and repair tissues.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Energy storage and insulation.

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What is the basic unit of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

Front

What are nucleotides?

Back

The monomers that make up nucleic acids.

Front

What is the role of DNA?

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To store and transmit genetic information.