How Cells Function

Front

What is the monomer for Carbohydrates?

Back

Sugars

Front

What is an example of diffusion?

Back

Spraying perfume

Front

What is it called when materials move across a cell without using energy?

Back

Passive Transport

Front

What is another name for sugar?

Back

Carbs and Glucose

Front

What do we call a membrane that allows certain materials to pass through but not others?

Back

Semipermeable

Front

What is the function of the cell membrane?

Back

To protect the cell and control what enters and leaves.

Front

What is the process called when cells use energy to move materials?

Back

Active Transport

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Back

Amino acids

Front

What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?

Back

To provide energy.

Front

What is osmosis?

Back

The diffusion of water across a semipermeable membrane.