Biomolecules

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What are monosaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose and fructose.

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What are disaccharides?

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Disaccharides are carbohydrates formed by the combination of two monosaccharides, such as sucrose (glucose + fructose) and lactose (glucose + galactose).

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What are polysaccharides?

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Polysaccharides are complex carbohydrates made up of long chains of monosaccharides, such as starch, glycogen, and cellulose.

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What are lipids?

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Lipids are a diverse group of hydrophobic molecules, including fats, oils, and phospholipids, primarily used for energy storage and cell membrane structure.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids, which link together to form polypeptides.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required.

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What are nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, are biomolecules that store and transmit genetic information.