Cell requirements Flashcards
1
Q
outline the requirements of a cell
A
biomacromolecules like carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids
2
Q
What are the types of carbohydrates
A
monosaccharide: quick energy
disaccharide: medium speed energy, needs to be broken in half
polysaccharide: slow energy, eg. starch (plants) , and glycogen (animals)
3
Q
Uses of lipids
A
build cell membrane
store excess energy
store lipid-soluble vitamins
4
Q
why are there so many types of proteins
A
each protein performs an individualised role in the body. Eg. enzymes control chemical reactions in the body. hormones control cell function
