Review - Biological Organization, Biomolecules, and Enzymes

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What are the levels of biological organization in order of decreasing complexity?

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organ system, organ, tissue, cell

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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producing proteins

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What type of polymer is a carbohydrate?

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A carbohydrate is a type of polymer made up of sugar molecules.

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What are lipids and carbohydrates used for in biological systems?

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They are sources of energy.

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What is the highest level of organization in an organism?

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organ systems

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Define 'biomolecule'.

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A biomolecule is a molecule that is produced by living organisms, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up metabolic reactions.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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Proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life.

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How do proteins function in the body?

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Proteins serve various functions including structural support, transport, and catalyzing biochemical reactions.