Biomolecules and Enzymes Review

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What do nucleic acids store?

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Genetic information.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Enzymes are proteins that help speed up chemical reactions.

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What are the common atoms found in all biomolecules?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen.

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What atoms are present in nucleic acids?

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Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), Nitrogen (N), and Phosphorus (P).

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Which of the following is not a function of proteins?

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Provides quick energy.

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Define biomolecules.

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

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are enzymes made of?

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Enzymes are made of proteins.

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What is the active site of an enzyme?

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The region on the enzyme where the substrate binds.

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What is a substrate in enzymatic reactions?

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The reactant molecule that an enzyme acts upon.