6.2 biomolecules Flashcards
Amino Acid
Protien
Nucleotides
Nucleic Acids
Monosacchardies
Carbohydrates
Fatty Acids
Lipids
Protiens
Control enzymes, help with cell structure & movement, cell communication, storage, defense/immunity
Nucleic Acids
Carry genetic information
Carbohydrates
Store energy, support cell walls
Lipids
Fats are used by animals and plants for energy whereas phosolipids transport the fat
Carbohydrates vs Lipids (Structure)
Lipids are structured in a line, Carbohydrates are hexagonal
Carbohydrates vs Lipids (Function)
Lipids transport energy, Carbohydrates store it
Nucleic Acids vs Protiens (Structure)
Protiens look like little tree branches, whereas Nucleic Acids look also hexagonal, but with more hexagons than Carbohydrates
Nucleic Acids vs Protiens (Function)
Protiens help with immunity, control enzymes, cell structure, cell communication, etc. Nucleic Acids carry genetic information