Intro Macromolecules / Carbs Mini Quiz Study Guide
Each of the descriptions below matches one of your vocabulary words. Be able to write
the correct vocabulary word for each of the descriptions below.
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A type of reaction that builds bigger molecules (i.e puts smaller molecules
together)
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A type of reaction that breaks bigger molecules into smaller molecules
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A small molecule that can be linked together to make larger molecules
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The carbohydrate monomer; the name means single sugar
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The energy storage carbohydrate for plants
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The energy storage carbohydrate for animals
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The rigid carbohydrate made by plants to maintain their structure
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The rigid carbohydrate found in exoskeletons that is used in suture thread (for
stitches)