AP Biology Unit 1 Review

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What are the four main elements found in all biomolecules?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Nitrogen.

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What are polysaccharides?

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Complex molecules such as starches that are composed of many chains of sugar monomers.

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What type of macromolecule are DNA and RNA?

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Nucleic Acids.

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Which biomolecule is the main source of quick energy?

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Carbohydrates.

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What charge do oxygen atoms typically have in a molecule?

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Partial Negative.

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Define biomolecule.

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A large molecule necessary for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Glycerol and fatty acids.