Biological Macromolecules

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What are the monomers (building blocks) of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides

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What is the primary function of proteins?

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Cell processes and cell signaling

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What elements are lipids composed of?

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Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O)

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What biological macromolecule is primarily used for energy storage?

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Carbohydrates

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What elements are carbohydrates composed of?

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Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O)

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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.

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What are the three main types of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides, Disaccharides, Polysaccharides

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What is the structure of a nucleotide?

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

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What are the four levels of protein structure?

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Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary

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What is the primary function of lipids in biological systems?

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Energy storage, insulation, and forming cell membranes.