Biomolecules

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What are biomolecules?

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

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What elements do carbohydrates and lipids contain?

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Carbohydrates and lipids primarily contain carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O).

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates primarily function as a source of energy for the body.

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What is the role of nucleic acids in living organisms?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the function of enzymes?

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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is the significance of pH in enzyme activity?

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The pH level can affect enzyme activity; each enzyme has an optimal pH range for maximum efficiency.

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What is starch?

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Starch is a large carbohydrate made up of many glucose units, serving as an energy storage molecule in plants.

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What are lipids?

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Lipids are a diverse group of hydrophobic molecules, including fats, oils, and phospholipids, primarily used for energy storage and cell membrane structure.

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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 contain one or more double bonds.