12 WJEC Biology AS Level - Marianne Izen - 2nd Edition Flashcards
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What are organisms made up of?
A
Organisms are made of biological molecules which are fundamental to their functioning.
2
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What are macromolecules?
A
The large molecules, macromolecules include carbohydrates, lipids and proteins.
3
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What is the importance of the macromolecules?
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They comprise the structures of living cells.
They determine the reactions of living cells,
4
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Macromolecules work in conjunction with ———-
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Macromolecules work in conjunction with inorganic ions.
5
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Why is it essential to understand macromolecules and inorganic ions?
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To understand how living systems function, it is essential to understand these molecules.
