Unit one Macromolecules "Meets"

Question 1

List the two major functions of carbohydrates.

Answer 1

1. Short and long term energy storage

2. Structural component in the cell walls of plants

Question 2

List the two major functions of lipids.

Answer 2

1. Long term energy storage (fat)

2. The major structural component of cell membranes (phospholipids)

Question 3

List three examples of lipids.

Answer 3

1. Fats
2. Oils
3. Waxes

Question 4

List the two major functions of proteins.

Answer 4

1. Biological catalysts (enzymes)

2. The major structural components in hair, muscle, horns, and nails.

Question 5

List the two major functions of nucleic acids.

Answer 5

1. Information storage

2. Information transfer

Question 6

List the two main types of nucleic acids and give their specific functions.

Answer 6

1. RNA- has multiple functions in protein synthesis

2. DNA- storage molecule of the genetic recipe