Biomacromolecules Flashcards
1
Q
compounds found in the acid soluble pool are called
A
biomicromolecules
2
Q
range of weight of biomicromolecules
A
18 to 800 daltons
3
Q
compounds found in the acid insoluble pool are called
A
biomacromulecules
4
Q
four types of biomacromolecules
A
proteins
nucleic acids
polysaccharides
lipids
5
Q
range of weight of biomacromolecules
A
ten thousand daltons and above with exception of lipids
6
Q
the molecules in the insoluble fraction with the exception of ______ are polymeric substances
A
lipids
7
Q
most abundant chemical in living organisms
A
water
