EOC REVIEW: BOL- Macromolecules Overview Flashcards
1
Q
What are the major carbohydrates used for cellular fuel?
A
Monosaccharides and disaccharides
2
Q
What are polysaccharides?
A
They are chains of more than two sugars
3
Q
What are triglycerides?
A
They are made of one glycerol and three fatty acids; connected by dehydration synthesis
4
Q
What are saturated fats?
A
There is a single bond
5
Q
What are unsaturated fats?
A
They are bent.
6
Q
Are saturated or unsaturated fats good for you?
A
Unsaturated
7
Q
What are phospholipids?
A
Phospholipids are a type of fatty acid that make up the phospholipid bilayer.
