Biomolecules Flashcards
Are molecules of compounds needed for life
Biomolecules
Most biomolecules are ____________ or ___________
Macromolecules or Polymers
Macromolecules or Polymers contain ___, ___, and ____
C, H and O (Carbohydrates, Hydrogen, Oxygen)
Biomolecules are made from linking small subunits called ______
Monomers
Classifications of Biomolecules: (4)
Proteins
Lipids
Carbohydrates
Nucleic acids
Carbohydrates is formally known as ______
Saccharides
Carbohydrates came from the greek word ______ which means sugar
Sakcharon
The major source of energy for the body
Carbohydrates
Sugars that make up carbs: (3)
Single sugar: monosaccharide
2 monosaccharides: disaccharide
3+ monosaccharides: polysaccharide
Types of polysaccharides (4)
Starch
Glycogen
Cellulose
Chitin
Used for energy storage in plants
Starch
Main function is to supply the cells with instant energy
Carbohydrates
They provide a quick form of energy for the body
Starch
Used for energy storage in animals
Glycogen
Provides structural support in plants
Cellulose
Found in exoskeletons of arthropods
Chitin
Found in cell wall of some fungi
Chitin
Also called fats
Lipids
also called fruit sugar
Fructose
also called blood sugar
Glucose
Also called lactose
Galactose
Also called malt sugar
Maltose
Also called milk sugar
Lactose
are hydrophobic and do not dissolve in water
Lipids
