Biological Macromolecules

Why are macromolecules also known as "polymers?"

• They are large molecules made up of many monomers. 
• They are large molecules added together. 
• There are many types of macromolecules. 
• Many organisms have macromolecules.

Which of the following is NOT a biological macromolecule?

• Water
• Lipid
• Carbohydrate
• Nucleic Acid

True or False: The building blocks of macromolecules are also known as "monomers".

• True
• False

What are the monomers (building blocks) of CARBOHYDRATES?

• Monosaccharides (simple sugars)
• Amino Acids
• Nucleotides
• Triglycerides/No true monomer

What are the monomers (building blocks) of NUCLEIC ACIDS?

• Monosaccharides (simple sugars)
• Amino Acids
• Nucleotides
• Triglycerides/No true monomer

What are the monomers (building blocks) of LIPIDS?

• Monosaccharides (simple sugars)
• Amino Acids
• Nucleotides
• Triglycerides/No true monomer

What is the primary function of LIPIDS?

• Source of energy
• Long term storage of energy
• Transmitting genetic information
• Cell processes and cell signaling

The food in the image is full of which macromolecule?

• Carbohydrates
• Lipids
• Proteins

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Enzymes are a special type of _______________.

• Protein
• Carbohydrate
• Nucleic Acid
• Lipid

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in your body?

• Speed up chemical reactions.
• Give immediate energy.
• Help to store energy.
• Build cell walls in plants.

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