Macromolecules

Front

What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA and RNA

Front

What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

Back

Nucleotides

Front

What macromolecule serves as the building blocks of body structures such as hair and muscles?

Back

Proteins

Front

What are the smaller subunits that lipids can be digested into?

Back

Fatty acids

Front

What type of macromolecule are enzymes classified as?

Back

Proteins

Front

What is the primary function of nucleic acids in cells?

Back

To store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Back

Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

Front

What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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They serve as enzymes, structural components, and play roles in signaling and transport.

Front

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.

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.