Integrated Midterm - Macromolecules

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What are the monomers of Nucleic Acids?

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Nucleotides are the monomers of Nucleic Acids.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of monomers called Amino Acids.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-6

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Why do animals like bears store energy as Lipids?

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Lipids store twice as much energy per gram compared to carbohydrates.

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What are examples of Nucleic Acids?

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DNA and RNA are examples of Nucleic Acids.

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What is the ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in Carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates have a carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen ratio of 1:2:1.

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What are the four main types of biological macromolecules?

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The four main types are Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, and Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components.

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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 are Amino Acids?

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Amino Acids are the building blocks of proteins.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

NGSS.HS-LS1-6

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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.