Organic Compounds Flashcards
1
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Stores the genetic code.
A
Nucleic Acids
2
Q
Used for structure and support-bone and muscle tissue.
A
Proteins
3
Q
Long-term storage of energy.
A
Lipids
4
Q
Main source of energy for living things.
A
Carbohydrates
5
Q
Controls the rates of reactions and regulates cell processes.
A
Proteins
6
Q
Includes both sugars and starches.
A
Carbohydrates
7
Q
Can be saturated or unsaturated.
A
Lipids
8
Q
Examples include fats, waxes, and oils.
A
Lipids
9
Q
Examples include meat and fish.
A
Proteins
10
Q
Are made of amino acids.
A
Proteins
11
Q
Are made of glycerol and fatty acids.
A
Lipids
12
Q
Contains a lot of this; is an adaptation for animals living in cold climates as insulation.
A
Lipids
13
Q
Examples include enzymes.
A
Proteins
14
Q
DNA and RNA
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Nucleic Acids
15
Q
Made of nucleotides.
A
Nucleic Acids
