Organic Molecules

Question 1

Carbohydrates

Answer 1

Function-Quick energy
Monomer-Monosaccharides (glucose)
Polymer-Disaccharides,polysaccharides e.g glycogen.
Example glucose,starch,cellulose

Question 2

Lipids

Answer 2

Function-energy storage,insulation,cell membranes.
Types:Triglycerides,phospholipids,
Steriods
Hydrophobic-Don’t mix with water
E.g fat,oils,cholesterol

Question 3

Proteins

Answer 3

Function-structure,enzymes,transport,
immune defense
Monomer:Amino acids
Structure matters,shape-function
Hemoglobin,antibodies,enzymes

Question 4

Nucleic acids

Answer 4

Function-Genetic info and energy transfer.
DNA:stores genetic information
RNA:Makes proteins
ATP:Cellular energy molecule.
Monomer-Nucleotide

Question 5

Enzymes

Answer 5

Proteins that speed up the chemical reactions in the body (catalysts)
They are specific to the reactions they help.
Not used up in the reaction.

Answer 7

Function-energy storage,insulation,cell membranes.
Types:Triglycerides,phospholipids,
Steriods
Hydrophobic-Don’t mix with water
E.g fat,oils,cholesterol