Macromolecules

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

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Amino Acids

Front

The element _______ is found in all of the organic compounds.

Back

Carbon

Front

Enzymes are considered to be ___________

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Protein

Front

Which of the following decreases the activation energy necessary to initiate the chemical change within the body?

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Enzymes

Front

What are the single sugars that are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

Back

Monosaccharides

Front

What are macromolecules?

Back

Large complex molecules essential for life, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and support cellular structure.

Front

What are lipids primarily made of?

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Glycerol and fatty acids.

Front

What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic acid).