Question

For each of the four major biomolecules,identify the name and structures of its monomer

Answer 1

There are four main groups of macromolecules:

1. Nucleic acids (DNA and RNA)-monomers are nucleotides; provide genetic information

2. Proteins-monomers are amino-acids; structural, catalytic, regulatory roles

3. Lipids (fats)-monomer units are free fatty acids; structural, energy, insulation roles

4. Carbohydrates (sugars)-monomer units are monosaccharides (like glucose); energy source, structural function.