Macromolecules

Front

What is starch primarily composed of?

Back

Glucose

Front

What is formed when many monomers link together through polymerization?

Back

A polymer

Front

Why does a molecule with more C-C bonds require more energy to break?

Back

Because these bonds are stronger and require more energy to break.

Front

What happens to the energy when carbon-carbon bonds in molecules are broken?

Back

The energy is released and then used to help form molecules such as ATP.

Front

What type of carbohydrate is GLUCOSE?

Back

Monosaccharide

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Front

What is a polymer?

Back

A large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy and support cellular structure.

Front

What is a monosaccharide?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between a disaccharide and a polysaccharide?

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A disaccharide is made of two monosaccharides, while a polysaccharide is made of many monosaccharides.