3.2 and 3.3 SG Flashcards
monomer and polymer of carbohydrates?
monomer- monosacchrides
polymer- polysacchrides
monomer and polymer of proteins?
monomer- amino acids
polymer- polypeptide
monomer and polymer of lipids?
monomer- fatty acids
polymer- triglyceride and phospholipid
monomer and polymer of nucleic acids?
monomer- nucleotide
function of carbohydrates?
makes up cell walls of plants, store sugars
function of lipids?
long-term energy storage molecule and act as insulation and protection for organs
function of proteins?
catalyze chemical reactions, messengers, protect against disease/pathogens, give cells their shape
function of nucleic acid?
hold instructions to make proteins, aid in protein synthesis
protein denaturation