Biological Macromolecules and Their Functions

These flashcards cover the definitions and functions of the four main types of biological macromolecules, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

What are the four main types of biological macromolecules?

Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

What is a carbohydrate?

A compound consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen that provides energy.

What are the classifications of carbohydrates?

Monosaccharides, Disaccharides, and Polysaccharides.

Examples of monosaccharides?

Glucose, Fructose, Ribose.

What is the function of carbohydrates?

To provide and store energy.

What is a characteristic of lipids?

Lipids are not soluble in water but are soluble in organic solvents.

What is the function of lipids?

To store energy and form cell membranes.

What are the building blocks of proteins?

Amino acids.

What are the functions of proteins?

To catalyze reactions and aid in transport.

What types of nucleic acids are there?

DNA and RNA.

What is the building block of nucleic acids?

Nucleotide.

What is the function of nucleic acids?

To store and transmit genetic information.