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Sookdeo: Macromol.
Macromolecule
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| macromolecule | large molecules necessary for life that are built from smaller organic molecules; monomers that form covalent bonds to form polymers; 4 groups are proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids and lipids. |
| monomer | a molecule that bond to form a polymer |
| carbohydrate | compounds made up of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms; major source of energy for the body |
| lipid | macromolecule made up mostly carbon and hydrogen atoms; includes fats, oils and waxes |
| nucleotide | subunit of nucleic acid ; 5 carbon sugar, phosphate group and a nitrogen base |
| nucleic acid | macromolecule containing hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon and phosphorus |
| protein | macromolecule containing carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen; needed for growth and repair |
| amino acid | compound with an amino group on one end and a carboxyl group on the other end; 9 acids you get through diet for protein synthesis; tissue repair and nutrient absorption |
| polymer | molecule composed of many monomers; makes up macromolecules |