Biomolecules and Enzymes

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What are the reactants in a chemical equation?

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The reactants are the substances that undergo a chemical change in a reaction, typically found on the left side of the equation.

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What biomolecule polymers are held together by peptide bonds?

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Proteins are the biomolecule polymers that are held together by peptide bonds.

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What does it mean when an enzyme is denatured?

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Denaturation refers to the process where an enzyme loses its three-dimensional shape, rendering it inactive.

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What type of molecule is an enzyme?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts in biochemical reactions.

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Does protein in food provide energy?

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False. While proteins can provide energy, their primary role is to build and repair tissues.

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Enzymes speed up biochemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is a peptide bond?

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A peptide bond is a covalent bond that links amino acids together to form proteins.

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What is the function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.