Biochemistry Flashcards
What is a covalent bond?
Strongest type of bond, forms molecules, two or more atoms share valence electrons
(Ex. H20)
What is a hydrogen bond?
Weakest bond
Found in cohesiveness of water
Proteins
DNA
What is an ionic bond?
A bond formed when opposite charges attract each other and holds atoms together
What is an enzyme?
Proteins that act as catalysts
What is the function of a carbohydrate?
Energy and structure
What are the functions of a lipid?
- protection
- communication
- structure
- energy
- insulation
What are the functions of proteins?
Hormones and enzymes
What is the function of nucleic acids?
To store and transfer genetic information
What are the monomers of carbohydrates?
- glucose
- fructose
What are the polymers of carbohydrates?
- Sucrose
- glycogen
- cellulose
- lactose
- starch
What are the monomers of lipids?
- fatty acids
- glycerol
What are the polymers of lipids?
- triglycerides
- phospholipids
What is the monomer of proteins?
Amino acids
What is the polymers of proteins?
Polypeptides
What is the monomer of nucleic acids?
Nucleotides
What are the polymers of nucleic acids?
- DNA
- RNA
