Macromolecules Flashcard

Front

The organic compounds that are involved in almost every function (movement, regulation, speed up reactions) are called _____________.

Back

Proteins

Front

Nucleotides are monomers of _____________.

Back

Nucleic Acids

Front

Carbohydrates are made of _____________.

Back

C H O

Front

Proteins are made of monomers called _____________.

Back

Amino Acids

Front

Which of the following contains the genetic code for protein synthesis? _____________.

Back

Nucleic Acid

Front

What are the three main types of macromolecules? _____________.

Back

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates? _____________.

Back

Energy storage and supply.

Front

What are lipids primarily used for? _____________.

Back

Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

Front

What are the building blocks of proteins? _____________.

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Amino Acids

Front

What is the role of nucleic acids in cells? _____________.

Back

Store and transmit genetic information.