Biomolecules

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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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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Energy storage, insulation, and forming cell membranes.

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What are monomers?

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The building blocks of polymers; for example, glucose is a monomer of carbohydrates.

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What is a polymer?

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A large molecule made up of repeating subunits (monomers).

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What type of bond connects amino acids in proteins?

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Peptide bonds.

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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A chemical reaction that joins two molecules by removing 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 is the structure of a nucleotide?

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

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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They store and transmit genetic information.

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How do enzymes relate to proteins?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.