Worksheet Bio Macro
Worksheet Bio Macro
A. Carbohydrates
B. Lipids
C. Proteins
D. Nucleic Acids
Descriptions:
Look at the simplified structures below and identify the type of macromolecule. Write "Carbohydrate,"
"Lipid," "Protein," or "Nucleic Acid" in the blank.
1. A ring-shaped structure made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a 1:2:1 ratio: __________
2. A long hydrocarbon chain with a glycerol backbone: _______________
3. A sequence of amino acids linked by peptide bonds: _______________
4. A double helix structure with nitrogenous bases: __________________
Part IV: Multiple Choice
Part V: Application
Examine the food labels provided by your teacher (or use the hypothetical example below). Identify the
macromolecules present and analyze their proportions.
Proteins: 5g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Questions:
PART VI
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PART VIII
PART IX