Macromolecules
Why are macromolecules important?
they are the molecules of life
What is a monomer?
a building block
Why do animals need to eat?
for energy
Provides short term energy.
Carbohydrates
Two or more elements is called a:
molecule
What is another term for lipids?
fats
What is the monomer for Nucleic Acids?
nucleotides
Which macromolecule is mostly found in breads and pastas?
carbohydrates
Provides long term energy.
Lipids
What does "organic" mean in science?
has carbon
In what unit do we measure the energy we get from food?
Calories
What is the monomer for lipids (fats)?
Fatty acids and glycerol
Which macromolecule is mostly found in meats and beans?
Proteins
Stores genetic information.
Nucleic acids
What 3 elements are in ALL four of the macromolecules?
Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen
What are the 4 macromolecules?
Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids.
What is the monomer for carbohydrates?
Monosaccharide or glucose
Which macromolecule is found mostly in fats and oils?
Lipids
Helps build muscles, immune system, and enzymes.
Proteins
What element is only found in proteins and nucleic acids?
Nitrogen
Name the two examples of nucleic acids.
DNA and RNA
What is the monomer for proteins?
Amino acids
Which macromolecule is found in EVERY food?
nucleic acids
Helps build cell membranes.
Lipids
What element is found in only nucleic acids?
Phosphorous