1.Introduction to Biological Molecules

Question 1

Polymers

Answer 1

Long molecule made up from many smaller molecules

Question 2

Monomers

Answer 2

Small molecules that are the building blocks of polymers

Question 3

Carbohydrates monomers and polymers

Answer 3

Monosaccharides, Polysaccharides

Question 4

Proteins monomers and polymers

Answer 4

Amino acids, Proteins/ Polypeptide

Question 5

Fats/Lipids monomers and polymers

Answer 5

Triglycerides, (later in content)

Question 6

Nucleic acids monomers and polymers

Answer 6

Nucleotides, DNA/RNA

Question 7

Carbohydrates

Answer 7

1) Commonly used by cells as respiratory substrates

2) Form structural components in plasma membranes and cell walls

Question 8

Lipids

Answer 8

1) bilayer of plasma membranes
2) certain hormones
3) respiratory substrates

Question 9

Proteins

Answer 9

1) Form many cell structures
2) Important as enzymes
3) Chemical messengers
4) Components of the blood

Question 10

Nucleic acids

Answer 10

1) carry genetic code for production of proteins

They are common to viruses and all living organisms, providing evidence for evolution