Biochemistry Review

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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Proteins, Nucleic Acids, Lipids, Carbohydrates.

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What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

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Proteins serve as building blocks for tissues, enzymes, and hormones.

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What is a nucleic acid?

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Nucleic acids are biomolecules that store and transmit genetic information; examples include DNA and RNA.

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What are lipids primarily used for in living organisms?

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Lipids are used for energy storage, making up cell membranes, and insulation.

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What elements make up proteins?

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Proteins are primarily made of Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Nitrogen (CHON).

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What is the basic unit of carbohydrates?

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The basic unit of carbohydrates is a monosaccharide, such as glucose.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.

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What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids.

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What is the function of enzymes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.