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Macromolecules
Chapter 6 terms
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the monomer (building block or subunit) of nucleic acids? | nucleotide |
| What is the monomer (building block or subunit) of proteins? | amino acids |
| What is the monomer (building block or subunit) of carbohydrates? | monosaccharides (simple sugars) |
| What are the building blocks of lipds? | fatty acids and glycerol |
| Identify examples of lipids | examples are fats, oils, waxes, steroids |
| Identify examples of nucleic acids | examples are DNA and RNA |
| Identify examples of proteins | examples are enzymes, meats, nuts, and beans |
| Identify examples of carbohydrates | examples are sugars and starches |
| What is the function of carbohydrates? | function is to provide quick energy for cellular work and support to plant cell walls (cellulose) |
| What is the function of enzymes? | function is to speed up chemical reactions |
| What are the functions of proteins? | functions are to provide support and structure; aid in movement; speed up chemical reactions; aid in transport; antibody-recognize foreign objects |
| What is the function of lipids? | function is to provide protective coatings (wax); create barriers (cell membranes); long term energy storage; insulation |