Macromolecules Flashcard Practice

Front

What happens when enzymes are heated to a high temperature?

Back

The shapes of the enzyme are altered (denature).

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

Back

Amino Acids

Front

DNA and RNA are examples of ___________

Back

Nucleic Acids

Front

Nucleotides are monomers of ___________

Back

Nucleic Acids

Front

The monomer of Nucleic Acids is known as ___________

Back

Nucleotide

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

Back

To provide energy and structural support.

Front

What are lipids primarily made of?

Back

Glycerol and fatty acids.

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

Back

To speed up chemical reactions by lowering activation energy.

Front

What is the structure of an amino acid?

Back

An amino group, a carboxyl group, a hydrogen atom, and an R group (side chain).