Biomolecules Review

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What are the four main elements found in proteins?

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

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What biomolecule is a primary source of long-term energy?

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Lipids, which include fats, oils, and waxes.

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Which biomolecule serves as the main source of quick energy?

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Carbohydrates.

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What type of biomolecule would a long-distance runner eat for quick energy before a race?

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A carbohydrate, because it releases energy quickly.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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To store genetic information.

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What are carbohydrates primarily composed of?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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Proteins build and repair tissues, and they also play a role in enzyme function and transport.

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What are lipids made of?

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Glycerol and fatty acids.

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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 have one or more double bonds.

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What is an example of a carbohydrate?

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Glucose, starch, and cellulose.