Macromolecule

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and support cellular structure.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of lipids in the body?

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To store energy, provide insulation, and make up cell membranes.

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What are nucleic acids responsible for?

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Storing and transmitting genetic information.

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What is a polymer?

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A large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers.

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What is hydrolysis?

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A chemical process that breaks down polymers into monomers by adding water.

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

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What is the function of enzymes?

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To speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What are fatty acids?

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The building blocks of lipids, which can be saturated or unsaturated.