Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, 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 lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Storing energy, insulating the body, and forming cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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Name two types of nucleic acids.

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic acid).

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What is a monosaccharide?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar molecule, such as glucose.

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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 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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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body.