Biology STAAR Review: Biomolecules & Enzymes

storage, transport, regulation, movement and defense

major component of the cell membrane

DNA & RNA

speed up chemical reactions

main structural component of the cell wall

short term energy

long term energy

genetic information

an enzyme protein

a structural protein

a messenger protein

a transport protein

The chitin in the exoskeleton provides insulation for insects. The chitinase stores genetic material for insectivorous bats.

The chitin in the exoskeleton breaks down for energy to be used by insects. The chitinase provides insulation for insectivorous bats.

The chitin in the exoskeleton stores genetic material for insects. The chitinase provides support and protection for insectivorous bats.

The chitin in the exoskeleton provides support and protection for insects. The chitinase breaks down chitin for energy to be used by insectivorous bats.

Proteins provide energy for cellular processes. Lipids catalyze chemical reactions inside the cell.

Proteins catalyze chemical reactions inside the cell. Lipids allow for the transport of certain molecules into and out of the cell.

Proteins allow for the transport of certain molecules into and out of the cell. Lipids store genetic information for cells.

Proteins store genetic information for cells. Lipids provide energy for cellular processes.