The Basics Of Life Flashcards
1
Q
What are the characteristics of life?
A
Made of cells, growth, reproduction, homeostasis, response to stimuli, metabolism, evolution.
2
Q
What are carbohydrates?
A
Sugars and starches that provide energy.
3
Q
What are lipids?
A
Fats and oils that store energy and are used for cell membranes.
4
Q
What are proteins?
A
Made of amino acids, they build and repair tissues and act as enzymes.
5
Q
What are nucleic acids?
A
DNA and RNA that store genetic information.
