Biomolecules and Enzymes

Front

Which biomolecule is your main source of energy?

Back

Carbohydrate

Front

Many monomers can be linked together to form _____________.

Back

polymers

Front

The part of the enzyme that the substrate bonds to is called the _____.

Back

active site

Front

Which biomolecule includes sugars, cellulose, and starch?

Back

Carbohydrates

Front

How is the structure of enzymes related to their function?

Back

Enzymes’ unique active site allows it to fit with only one substrate molecule.

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What type of biomolecule are enzymes classified as?

Back

Proteins

Front

What is the process called when enzymes speed up chemical reactions?

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Catalysis

Front

What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

Back

Energy storage and forming cell membranes.