Biomolecules

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What is the function of carbohydrates?

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Provides quick energy.

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What is the function of lipids?

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Stores energy.

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What is the monomer for lipids?

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Fatty acids.

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What is the monomer for nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides.

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What is the function of proteins?

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Helps with growth and repair of tissues.

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What are the three main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, such as glucose.

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What are fatty acids?

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Building blocks of lipids, consisting of long hydrocarbon chains.

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What are amino acids?

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Building blocks of proteins, containing an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a side chain.

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What is the role of nucleotides in nucleic acids?

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They are the building blocks of DNA and RNA.