Macromolecules

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What is the monomer that builds lipids?

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Fatty acids.

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What is the monomer that builds proteins?

Back

Amino acids.

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What are polymers built from?

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Monomers.

Front

What are the monomers of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides.

Front

What elements are found in nucleic acids?

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Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P).

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, and signaling molecules.

Front

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 is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids?

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Saturated fatty acids have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fatty acids have one or more double bonds.