La chimica dei viventi
What is the primary element found in organic molecules?
Carbon
What type of bond is most commonly found between carbon atoms in organic molecules?
Covalent bond
Which macromolecule serves as the main source of energy for living organisms?
Carbohydrates
What are the building blocks of proteins?
Amino acids
What is the main role of DNA in living organisms?
Store genetic information
Which type of macromolecule is primarily responsible for catalyzing biological reactions?
Proteins
What is the most abundant molecule in living organisms?
Water
What term describes a molecule that contains both hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions?
Amphipathic
Which type of lipid is a major component of cell membranes?
Phospholipids
Which of the following molecules acts as the primary hereditary material in most living organisms?
DNA