Organic Compounds

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What are the four organic macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic acids

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What are lipids and their main functions?

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Lipids are organic compounds that are hydrophobic; they store energy, form cell membranes, and act as signaling molecules.

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What is the basic building block of proteins?

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Amino acids are the basic building blocks of proteins.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is the monomer of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotide is the monomer of nucleic acids.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic acid) are the two main types of nucleic acids.

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How do proteins differ from carbohydrates and lipids?

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Proteins are made of amino acids and perform a wide range of functions, while carbohydrates and lipids primarily serve as energy sources and structural components.

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What is the structure of a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide consists of a phosphate group, a sugar molecule, and a nitrogenous base.

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What are some examples of proteins in the human body?

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Examples of proteins include enzymes, antibodies, hemoglobin, and structural proteins like collagen.