Macromolecules

Front

What are waxes, oils, and fats examples of?

Back

Lipids

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

Back

Amino Acids

Front

DNA and RNA are examples of ___________

Back

Nucleic Acids

Front

What is found in the cell membrane as a bilayer?

Back

Lipids

Front

Monosaccharides are monomers of ___________

Back

Carbohydrates

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 the building blocks of lipids?

Back

Glycerol and fatty acids.

Front

What is the role of proteins in the body?

Back

To perform a variety of functions including catalyzing reactions, providing structure, and regulating processes.

Front

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Back

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