Biomolecules and Enzymes

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What is the main source of energy for living organisms?

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Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for all living things.

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What are the repeating subunits that make up proteins and nucleic acids called?

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Polymers are made up of repeating subunits.

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Which biomolecule is primarily responsible for forming body structures like muscles?

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Proteins help form body structures such as muscles.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in the body?

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Carbohydrates serve as the main source of energy.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the function of enzymes in biological systems?

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

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Lipids are primarily used for long-term energy storage and forming cell membranes.

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What is the basic unit of nucleic acids?

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The basic unit of nucleic acids is a nucleotide.

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How do proteins differ from carbohydrates and lipids?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, while carbohydrates are made of sugars and lipids are made of fatty acids.