CHNOPS and Macromolecules Flashcards
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What are the 6 most important elements?

  • Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Sulfur (correct)
  • Helium, Neon, Argon, Krypton, Xenon, Radon
  • Sodium, Calcium, Chlorine, Magnesium, Iron, Zinc
  • Gold, Silver, Copper, Iron, Lead, Mercury

    • What are the 4 macromolecules?

  • Fats, Oils, Waxes, Glycogen
  • Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids (correct)
  • Glucose, Fructose, Sucrose, Lactose
  • Vitamins, Minerals, Proteins, Carbohydrates

    • What elements are found in carbohydrates?

    Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen

    What elements are found in lipids?

    <p>Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What elements are found in proteins?

    <p>Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Sulfur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What elements make up nucleic acids?

    <p>Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does monosaccharide mean?

    <p>One sugar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule has a fatty acid tail?

    <p>Lipids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which macromolecule is a mono, di, or polysaccharide?

    <p>Carbohydrates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule is DNA and RNA?

    <p>Nucleic Acids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule is found in potatoes, pasta, and rice?

    <p>Carbohydrates (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule doesn't mix with water?

    <p>Lipids (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do carbohydrates contain?

    <p>C, H, O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do proteins have?

    <p>Nitrogen and sulfur with C, H, O</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule makes up the cell membrane?

    <p>Lipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule is used for short-term energy?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do proteins function in?

    <p>Found in hormones and structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do nucleic acids contain?

    <p>Phosphate, C, H, O, N</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do lipids have?

    <p>Cholesterol, Testosterone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule provides short-term energy?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule is used for long-term energy storage?

    <p>Lipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do lipids do?

    <p>Insulate body/keep warm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some examples of lipids?

    <p>Oils, Waxes, Blubber, Butter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What macromolecule is in a form of a circle?

    <p>Carbohydrates (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Essential Elements (CHNOPS)

    • Key elements vital for life: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Sulfur
    • These elements are fundamental in constructing biological macromolecules.

    Macromolecules Overview

    • Four primary macromolecules: Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids
    • These molecules play crucial roles in structural and functional processes in living organisms.

    Carbohydrates

    • Composed of Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen
    • Includes mono-, di-, and polysaccharides.
    • Functions include short-term energy storage (e.g., in potatoes, pasta, and rice).
    • Often represented in a cyclical form.

    Lipids

    • Made of Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen; non-polar and do not mix with water
    • Fatty acid tails characterize lipids, essential components of cell membranes.
    • Serve multiple functions: long-term energy storage, insulation, and protection.
    • Include substances like oils, waxes, blubber, and butter.
    • Examples include cholesterol and testosterone.

    Proteins

    • Composed of Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Sulfur
    • Play critical roles in hormones, structural support, and catalyzing biochemical reactions.

    Nucleic Acids

    • Contain Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, and Phosphorus
    • Key macromolecules include DNA and RNA, central to genetic information storage and transfer.

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    Test your knowledge on CHNOPS elements and macromolecules with these flashcards. This quiz covers essential biological components including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of basic biochemistry.

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