Chapter 2- Carbohydrates ad Lipids (2.3.1-2.3.2) Flashcards

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carbohydrate

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A type of biomolecule made of repeating units of simple sugars. these are involved in metabolism and other processes.

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cellulose

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a carbohydrate that is an indigestible fiber. Because of this it acts as a broom that cleans your intestines. it also gives plants their stiffness.

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chitin

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another indigestible fiber who’s chemical structure causes it to form in sheets. It is a component of the cell wall of fungi and the exoskeleton of crustaceans.

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cholesterol

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A type of steroid molecule that is an important component of the cell membrane.

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disaccharide

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A molecule composed of two monosaccharides bonded together.

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fatty acids

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A type of molecule consisting of a non-polar carbon-hydrogen chain of variable length bonded to a carboxylic acid group.

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fructose

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A type of 6-carbon sugar molecule found in fruit and honey.

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glucose

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A type of 6-carbon sugar molecule that is the principle energy source for animal cells.

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glycerol

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A molecule consisting of three carbons attached to three OH groupsThis molecule can bond with three fatty acids to create a triglyceride.

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glycogen

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The carbohydrate that the human body uses to store energy in the muscle and liver.

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hydrophilic

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A property of polar molecules, meaning “water loving.” these molecules are usually soluable in water

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hydrophobic

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A property of non-polar molecules, meaning “water hating.” these molecules are insoluble in water

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lipid

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lipid bilayer

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monomer

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monosaccharide

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phospholipids

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polymer

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polysaccharide

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saturated fatty acids

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steroids

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sucros

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starch

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triglyceride

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unsaturated fats (oil)

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