Macromolecules

Front

What are macromolecules?

Back

Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

Back

To provide energy and structural support in cells.

Front

What are lipids primarily composed of?

Back

Fatty acids and glycerol.

Front

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids?

Back

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

Front

What is a monosaccharide?

Back

The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar unit.

Front

What is a disaccharide?

Back

A carbohydrate formed from two monosaccharides.

Front

What are proteins made of?

Back

Amino acids linked together by peptide bonds.

Front

What is the role of nucleic acids?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is the structure of a nucleotide?

Back

A nucleotide consists of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.