What are macromolecules?
what elements are found in macromolecules?
Carbon, Hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur.
name a food that is high in protein?
chicken, steak, fish, eggs, etc.
name a food that is high in carbs?
bread, rice, pasta, etc.
what is hydrolysis?
chemical process where water is used to break down the bonds of a substance.
what are macromolecules essential for?
they are essential for the structure and function of a living organism.
what are the main functions of lipids in cells?
energy storage and structure.
what is the primary function of carbohydrates in the human body?
provide energy to properly function.
what is dehydration synthesis?
a chemical process where two molecules are joined together by the removal of a water molecules.
which macromolecule provides the most energy?
Lipids.
what role do proteins play in the body?
building and repairing tissues, support hormones, muscle gain.
what will happen to the body without carbohydrates?
low energy, digestive issues, muscle loss.
how does hydrolysis break down macromolecules?
by using water to split the bonds between their subunits.
What are the four main types of macromolecules?
Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic acids.
what elements are found in lipids?
Carbon, Hydrogen, and oxygen.
what are the two main types of nucleic acids?
DNA and RNA
how does dehydration synthesis help form macromolecules?
two monomers come together, water molecule is removed, then the covalent bond is formed.
what happens if the body lacks one or more essential macromolecules?
This will disrupt normal bodily functions.
what will happen to the body without protein?
muscle loss, weak immune system, bad hormones, lack of growth.
what are carbohydrates made of?
Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
what happens to water during dehydration synthesis?
a molecule of water is removed as two monomers join to form a larger molecule.