Topic 1 - Biological molecules Flashcards

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What are the 4 main types of biological molecules found in all organism?

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-Carbohydrates (Sugars)
-Lipids (Fats)
-Protiens
-Nucleic acids

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What do all Lipids contain?

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Carbon , Hydrogen and Oxygen

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What do all carbohydrates contain ?

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Carbon , Hydrogen and Oxygen

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What are monomers?

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Monomers are individual molecules that make up a polymer.

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What are polymers?

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Polymers are long chains that are composed of many individual monomers that have been bpnded together

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What are the monomers and polymers of carbohydrates called?

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-Monomer : Monosaccharides

-Polymer: Polysaccharides

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What are the monomers and polymers of Protiens?

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-Monomer :Amino Acids

-Polymer:Polypeptides

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What are the monomers and polymers of nucleic acids called?

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-Monomer : Nucleotides

-Polymer : Polynucleotides

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