Question

List and describe the role (functions) of the below four organic molecules in the human body. *Do three for each*

Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, and Nucleic Acids

Answer 1

Ans. Carbohydrates -

i) Providing energy.

ii) Regulation of blood glucose.

iii) Breakdown of fatty acids.

Proteins -

i) Building blocks - Muscles, hair, nails etc.

ii) Creation of hormones.

iii) Enzymes for catalytic reactions.

Lipids -

i) Provide stored energy.

ii) Steroids produce some of the hormones.

iii) insulate body.

Nucleic Acids -

i) Make up genetic information.

ii) DNA stores the genetic information.

iii) In RNA the genetic information can be copied.