Compounds Of Life Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is the function of carbohydrates in living things?
Store genetic info
Build structures
Provide energy
Carry oxygen
A
Provide energy
2
Q
Proteins are made of:
Sugars
Lipids
Amino acids
Fatty acids
A
Amino acids
3
Q
Lipids are important for:
Energy storage
Enzyme production
Generic code
pH balance
A
Energy storage
4
Q
Which macromolecule contains genetic information?
Protein
Lipid
Nucleic acid
Carbohydrate
A
Nucleic acid
5
Q
What is the monomer of Nucleic acids?
Amino acid
Nucleotide
Glucose
Fatty acid
A
Nucleotide
