Macromolecules

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What are monosaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose and fructose.

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What are the main functions of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates provide energy, serve as structural components, and are involved in cell recognition processes.

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What is the primary characteristic of lipids?

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Lipids are hydrophobic molecules that do not mix with water and are commonly known as fats and oils.

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What is a key function of lipids in the body?

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Lipids are important for energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, which contain carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen (C, H, O, N).

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What is the role of proteins in cells?

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Proteins serve many functions, including acting as enzymes, structural components, and signaling molecules.

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What are nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, are macromolecules that store and transmit genetic information.

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What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

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The building blocks of nucleic acids are nucleotides, which consist of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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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 the function of enzymes?

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