Macromolecules Flashcards
1
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What are the functions of proteins?
A
#1: structural components of cells #2: enzymes #3: other (haemoglobin, keratin)
2
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What are the functions of Nucleic acids?
A
#1: DNA (genetic material/instructions to make proteins) #2: RNA (involved in making proteins) #3: ATP (energy for the cell)
3
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What are the functions of Lipids?
A
#1: Long-term energy storage (triglycerides) #2: Make cell membranes (phospholipids) #3: Make hormones (steroids) #4: Make waterproof coatings on plants and animals (wax). #5: Cushioning, protection, vitamin absorption (non-polar vitamins)
4
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What are the functions of Carbohydrates?
A
#1: energy source (glucose) #2: structure (cellulose) #3: cell-to-cell identification and communication
5
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What is the monomer of Proteins?
A
Amino Acids
6
Q
What is the monomer of Nucleic acids?
A
Nucleotide
7
Q
What is the monomer of Carbohydrates?
A
Monosaccharide
8
Q
What is the monomer of Lipids?
A
Monoglyceride
9
Q
Bond for hydroxyl and hydroxyl
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Ether
10
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Bond for hydroxyl and carboxyl
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Ester
11
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Bond for Amino and carboxyl
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Peptide
12
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Macromolecule for Ester bonds
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Lipids
13
Q
Macromolecule for Ether bonds
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Carbs
14
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Macromolecule for peptide bonds
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Proteins
15
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Primary level of protein structure
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Order of amino acids
