Question

26 match the following organic molecules to their distinguishing characteristics
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1 carbohydrates 2 proteins 3 nucleic acids 4 lipids
match each of the options above to the items below.
created from long chains of amino acids and have diverse functions within the cell
contain glycerol and fatty acid and are important for energy storage and insulation
composed of long chains of monosaccharides and are primarily used as energy
created by nucleotides that are responsible for the storage of genetic information

Explanation:

• Proteins are made from amino acid chains and have various cellular functions.
• Lipids contain glycerol and fatty acids, used for energy storage and insulation.
• Carbohydrates are long chains of monosaccharides, mainly for energy.
• Nucleic acids are created by nucleotides, storing genetic info.

Answer:

1. proteins
2. lipids
3. carbohydrates
4. nucleic acids