Macromolecular Measurements Flashcards
1
Q
What are the major macromolecule classes and their monomers?
A
Protein - Amino Acids
Carbohydrates- Monosaccharides
Lipids - Glycerol, Isoprene, Acetate
DNA/RNA - Nucleotides
2
Q
Examples of Monossacharides
A
Glucose, Fructose, Ribose, Galactose
3
Q
Examples of Nucleotides
A
ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate)
4
Q
Why do Cells need Macromolecules?
A
Each macromolecule has an important role in the cell that provides function for life. “Building blocks of life”
5
Q
How do we measure macromolecules? (4)
A
Extract (Aqueous or Organic Solvent)
Hydrolyze (Break up macromolecule into monomers)
Derivatize/Complex (Absorb Visible or UV light through reaction with another molecule)
Spectrophometer (Measure light absorbed by sample)
