Macromolecules

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What are the three main types of macromolecules found in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Lipids.

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What is the primary function of lipids in biological systems?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What type of macromolecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information?

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Nucleic acids.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in the diet?

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They provide a primary source of energy.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic acid).

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What is a polymer?

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A large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers.

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What are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

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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 function of enzymes in biological systems?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.