9th macromolecules

Front

An avocado is an example of which macromolecule?

Back

Lipid/Fat

Front

Proteins are built with polypeptide chains, that are made of monomers called ___________

Back

Amino Acids

Front

Which major macromolecule is represented by sugars and starches?

Back

Carbohydrate

Front

The element _______ is found in all organic compounds.

Back

Carbon

Front

This is one job proteins do not have in the body: insulation, structure for tissues and organs, builds our immune system, or speed up chemical reactions?

Back

Insulation

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 lipids primarily used for in the body?

Back

Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

Front

What are nucleic acids responsible for?

Back

Storing and transmitting genetic information.

Front

What are amino acids?

Back

The building blocks of proteins.