Macromolecules

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of lipids in the body?

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To store energy, insulate the body, and form cell membranes.

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What are the building blocks of lipids?

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Fatty acids and glycerol.

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What process combines fatty acids and glycerol to form lipids?

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Dehydration synthesis (or condensation reaction).

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What is hydrolysis in the context of macromolecules?

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The process of breaking down macromolecules into their subunits by adding water.

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What role do carbohydrates play in living organisms?

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They provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What are monosaccharides?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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

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What is the significance of phospholipids in cell membranes?

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They form the bilayer structure of cell membranes, providing a barrier and allowing for selective permeability.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids linked together by peptide bonds.