STAAR Review 1 Biomolecules

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

Back

Amino Acids

Front

Which biomolecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information?

Back

Nucleic Acids

Front

Which biomolecule stores long-term energy?

Back

Lipids

Front

What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

Back

Monosaccharides

Front

What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

Back

To build and repair tissues.

Front

Which biomolecule is characterized by a structure that includes a glycerol backbone and fatty acid chains?

Back

Lipids

Front

What is the main function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy.

Front

What are nucleotides?

Back

The monomers that make up nucleic acids.

Front

What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Back

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

Front

What is a common example of a carbohydrate?

Back

Glucose.