Chapter2- Introduction To Biochemistry(Macromolecules)

Question 1

Phospholipid

Answer 1

A lipid that makes up the main part of the cell membrane

A lipid containing phosphorus

It’s head is hydrophilic and it’s tail is hydrophobic

Question 2

Lipids

Answer 2

Macromolecule made mostly from carbon and hydrogen atoms; includes fats,oils, and waxes

Question 3

ATP

Answer 3

Adenosine Triphosphate

Plays important role in capturing and transferring chemical energy

Question 4

Proteins

Answer 4

Macromolecule that contains carbon, hydrogen,oxygen, and nitrogen; needed by the body for growth and repair

Question 5

Enzymes

Answer 5

Protein catalyst that speeds up the rate of specific biological reactions

Question 6

Carbohydrates

Answer 6

Compound made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms; type of nutrient that is the major source of energy fort the body

Question 7

Polymer

Answer 7

Molecules composed of many monomers;makes up macromolecules

Question 8

Monomer

Answer 8

Small chemical unit that makes up a polymer

Question 9

Nucleic acids

Answer 9

Macromolecule containing hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, carbon and phospholipids