Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins

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What are the three main types of macromolecules in biology?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Glycerol and fatty acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Immediate energy.

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What is glucose an example of?

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A carbohydrate.

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Which organic molecules are known for long-term energy storage?

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Lipids.

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What two elements are primarily found in organic molecules?

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Carbon and hydrogen.

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Why do fats release more energy than carbohydrates?

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Because fat molecules contain more chemical bonds.

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What is the basic unit of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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They act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.