Macromolecules Flashcards
1
Q
Which type of bond holds water molecules
together to give it a variety of properties?
A
Hydrogen Bonds
2
Q
What are the 4 macromolecules?
A
Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, & Nucleic Acids
3
Q
What is an enzyme and how does it work?
A
A biological catalyst. It works by lowering a reactions
activation energy
4
Q
What elements are all macromolecules made of?
A
Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), & Oxygen (O)
5
Q
What are each of the 4 macromolecules made of?
A
Carbohydrates = monosaccharide (single sugars)
Lipids = fatty acids, saturated & unsaturated
Proteins = amino acids
Nucleic Acids = nucleotides
