Organic Molecules and Their Functions

What do organic molecules describe?

What serves as the primary source of cellular food?

What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

What provides structure and serves as enzymes?

What are the building blocks of proteins?

What do nucleic acids store?

What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

What do lipids store and serve as?

What are the building blocks of lipids?

Organic Molecules

Comprise a broad category of compounds containing carbon as a fundamental element.

Carbohydrates

Act as the primary energy source for cells, essential for cellular functions.

Monosaccharides

Serve as the fundamental building blocks of carbohydrates; examples include glucose and fructose.

Proteins

Essential for structural support and function as enzymes, facilitating biochemical reactions.

Amino Acids

The basic units or building blocks of proteins, typically composed of a central carbon, amino group, carboxylic acid group, and side chain.

Nucleic Acids

Fundamental molecules responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information within a cell; includes DNA and RNA.

Nucleotides

The basic structural units of nucleic acids, composed of a nitrogenous base, a sugar, and a phosphate group.

Lipids

Function in energy storage, act as hormones (steroids), and constitute a significant portion of cellular membranes.

Glycerol and Fatty Acids

The primary building blocks of lipids, where glycerol forms the backbone and fatty acids contribute to the overall structure.

Explore the diverse world of organic molecules, including carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids, and lipids. This quiz will test your understanding of their structures, functions, and significance in biological processes. Dive into the essential building blocks that sustain life!