Section 3 - Macromolecules and Enzymes

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules essential for life, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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What is the primary function of enzymes?

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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in biological processes.

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What suffix is commonly found in the names of enzymes?

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-ase

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What is a substrate in the context of enzyme activity?

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The substance on which an enzyme acts.

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What happens to an enzyme when it is denatured?

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It loses its shape and, consequently, its ability to catalyze reactions.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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How do lipids function in animal cells?

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They store energy and provide insulation.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What is the relationship between amino acids and proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the active site of an enzyme?

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The region on the enzyme where the substrate binds.