Match the organic macromolecule with one of its cellular roles in living organisms.

Question

Column A
1.
Lipids:
Lipids
2.
Carbohydrates:
Carbohydrates
3.
Proteins:
Proteins
4.
Nucleic acids:
Nucleic acids
Column B
a.
High energy value storage material and can be used for insulation and cushioning.

b.
Some types lower the energy of activation for reactions to occur more quickly, all are made up of amino acids.

c.
Primary source of energy for most organisms, and are made of at least one monosaccharide.

d.Used primarily for protein synthesis - determine what and who you are.

Answer 1

Here are the matches between the organic macromolecules in Column A and their cellular roles in Column B:

1. Lipids:
   a. High energy value storage material and can be used for insulation and cushioning.

2. Carbohydrates:
   c. Primary source of energy for most organisms, and are made of at least one monosaccharide.

3. Proteins:
   b. Some types lower the energy of activation for reactions to occur more quickly, all are made up of amino acids.

4. Nucleic acids:
   d. Used primarily for protein synthesis - determine what and who you are.