3.1- synthesis of macromolecules Flashcards
1
Q
What elements are biological macromolecules made up of?
A
sulfur, phosphorous, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon & hydrogen (SPONCH)
2
Q
Dehydration synthesis
A
molecules of water is removed- to link two molecules= requires more energy for bond formation
3
Q
Hydrolysis;
A
addition of water; break down polymers- digestion; release energy to power cellular processes
4
Q
What are carbohydrates broken down by?
A
amylase, sucrase, maltase, and lactase
5
Q
what are proteins broken down by?
A
pepsin, peptidase, and hydrochloric acid
6
Q
what are lipids broken down by?
A
lipases
