Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large molecules made up of smaller units called monomers. They include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What are carbohydrates made of?

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Carbohydrates are made of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O).

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What are lipids primarily made of?

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Lipids are primarily made of carbon (C) and hydrogen (H). They are not soluble in water.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, which contain carbon (C), hydrogen (H), oxygen (O), and nitrogen (N).

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What are nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids are macromolecules that store and transmit genetic information. They include DNA and RNA.

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What are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides are the monomers of carbohydrates.

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What are the monomers of proteins?

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Amino acids are the monomers of proteins.

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What are the monomers of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides are the monomers of nucleic acids.

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What role do lipids play in cells?

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Lipids are important for forming cell membranes and storing energy.