Biological Macromolecules Flashcards
1
Q
Monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides are subcategories of what kind of macromolecule?
A
Carbohydrates
2
Q
What is the ratio of carbon:hydrogen:oxygen in a carbohydrate?
A
1:2:1
3
Q
What are four examples of lipids?
A
Fatty acids, glycerol, phospholipids, and steroids.
4
Q
What is triacylglycerol?
A
Three fatty acids bonded to a glycerol by ester linkages.