Macromolecule & Enzyme Review

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Which macromolecule provides short term energy for animals?

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Carbohydrates provide short term energy for animals.

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What 3 letters do enzymes typically end in?

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Enzymes typically end in -ase.

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Which macromolecule is used as our main source of short-term energy?

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Carbohydrates are the main source of short-term energy.

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What type of macromolecule are enzymes and antibodies examples of?

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Enzymes and antibodies are examples of proteins.

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What are the 6 elements of life?

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The 6 elements of life are Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Sulfur (S).

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Lipids are primarily used for long-term energy storage and insulation.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up biological reactions.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids.

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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.