Biomolecules

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What are the four main types of biomolecules essential for life?

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Proteins, Nucleic Acids, Carbohydrates, Lipids.

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What is the primary function of proteins in living organisms?

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Proteins serve as building blocks for tissues, enzymes, and hormones.

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What are nucleic acids and what is their primary role?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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What are carbohydrates and what functions do they serve?

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Carbohydrates provide energy, serve as structural components, and are involved in cell recognition.

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What are lipids and what are their main functions?

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Lipids store energy, form cell membranes, and act as signaling molecules.

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What is the structure of a protein?

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Proteins are made up of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, forming polypeptide chains that fold into specific shapes.

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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 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 are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids.

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What is the function of chitin in organisms?

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Chitin provides structural support and protection in the exoskeletons of arthropods and the cell walls of fungi.