DOL Biomolecules and Cell Transport

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What is a membrane that lets some things in and out but not everything called?

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Semi-Permeable

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What kind of solution is said to be in equilibrium?

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Isotonic

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What elements (monomers) make up a protein?

Back

C, H, O, N

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What is the key role (function) of carbohydrates?

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Instant energy for cells and body functions.

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What elements (monomers) make up nucleic acids?

Back

C, H, O, N, P

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What is the primary function of lipids in the body?

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Energy storage and insulation.

Front

What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What is the process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration?

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Diffusion.

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What is the term for the movement of water across a semi-permeable membrane?

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Osmosis.

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What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides.