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Examine the table about biomolecules/macromolecules below and answer the questions that follow.

carbohydrates lipids proteins nucleic acid
elements CHO CHO A CHONP
building block (monomer) monosaccharide B amino acids nucleotide
function C energy storage; cell protection cell processes; transport; receptors carry genetic
example glucose, starch, cellulose butter. cholesterol, cell membrane enzymes D

A) What elements should be listed in the table space labeled A? Include how the atomic number of these elements makes them easy to bond.

B) What building block should be listed in the table space labeled B?

C) What function should be listed the table space labeled C?

D) What is an example that should be listed in the box in the table labeled D?

Grading Considerations:

Your answer must include:

Answers to all four questions

Simple bullet points and single words/phrases are acceptable; do NOT answer in complete sentences for this question.

Answering concisely and to the point is evidence of your understanding of the topic.

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A) A) N, O

  • Nitrogen (Atomic number 7) allows for stable bonds.
  • Oxygen (Atomic number 8) is highly electronegative and forms polar bonds.

B) B) fatty acids

  • Building blocks of lipids.

C) C) enzymes

  • Biological catalysts that speed up reactions.

D) D) hemoglobin

  • Protein that carries oxygen in the blood.