Biomolecules Flashcards
1
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Carbohydrate
A
Monomer/building blocks: Monosaccharide
Functions: Energy, storage, structure
2
Q
Lipid
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Monomer/building blocks: Fatty acids & glycerol
Functions: High energy, energy storage, waterproofing, insulation, protection
3
Q
Protein
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Monomer/building blocks: Amino acids
Functions: Energy, transport, biochemical control, structure, movement, immunity
4
Q
Nucleic Acid
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Monomer/building blocks: nucleotides
Functions: Control of heredity, protein synthesis
5
Q
What are the four biomolecules?
A
Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids
6
Q
What are biomolecules?
A
Molecules made of the biological elements, which all living things are made out of.