Biochemistry

the branch of science that explores the chemical 

processes within and related to living organisms.

• Biochemistry

•  Monomer

• Macronutrients

• Inorganic molecules

The building blocks of proteins.

• Polyunsaturated fats

• DNA

• Amino acid

• Trans Fat

a molecule that can be bonded to other identical 

molecules to form a polymer.

Fats that are saturated with hydrogen atoms and contain 

only single bonds between the carbon atoms.

A type of food required in large amounts in the diet.

These are compounds which do not contain carbon.

What are the monomers that make up carbohydrates called?

• nucleic acids

• amino acids

• polysaccharides

• monosaccharides

Which of the following is one of the four key macronutrients?

• carbohydrates

• fats

• proteins

• nucleic acids

Which type of fat is usually the most healthy for you to eat?

What are saturated fats “saturated” with?