Unit 2.1 Macromolecules and Enzymes

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What is the main source of energy for living things?

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Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for living things.

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What macromolecule is responsible for the storage of genetic information?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, are responsible for the storage of genetic information.

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What are DNA and RNA examples of?

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DNA and RNA are examples of nucleic acids.

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What health problems do captive rhinoceroses face compared to wild rhinoceroses?

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Captive rhinoceroses have different health problems because they lack a variety of food which changes the diversity of gut bacteria.

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Which macromolecule was used to determine the species of gut bacteria present in rhinoceroses?

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Nucleic acids were used to determine the species of gut bacteria present in rhinoceroses.

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Define macromolecules.

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Macromolecules are large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are carbohydrates composed of?

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Carbohydrates are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, typically in a ratio of 1:2:1.

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What is the primary function of proteins in living organisms?

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Proteins serve various functions including catalyzing biochemical reactions (enzymes), providing structure, and regulating processes.

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What role do enzymes play in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in biological systems without being consumed in the process.

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What are lipids and their primary functions?

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Lipids are hydrophobic molecules that serve as long-term energy storage, insulation, and make up cell membranes.