Macromolecules Flashcards
DNA and RNA are examples of
Nucleic acids
Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids are
Macromolecules
The building blocks of proteins are
Amino acids
When amino acids join together by condensation reactions this creates a
Peptide bond
These macromolecules are used for barriers of insulation
Lipids
These macromolecules are used for quick energy
Carbohydrates
This carbohydrate makes up the cell walls in plants and serves as fiber in human diets
Cellulose
Which groups contain only macromolecules that are each assembled from smaller organic compounds (building blocks)?
Proteins, DNA, fats, starch
The starch stored in the cells of a potato is a polymer. It is composed of molecules that are called ______?
Monosaccharides (simple sugars)
_____ make up fats, oils, and waxes
Lipids
The essential element of almost all biological molecules
Carbon
Carbohydrate’s functions are to
Store (quick) energy and provides structural support
Lipid’s functions are to
Store (long term) energy and provides barriers (insulation)
The functions of proteins are
Transport substances, speed reactions, provide structural support, and make hormones
The functions of nucleic acids are to
Store and transmit genetic information
