Macromolecules!

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What are macromolecules?

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

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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The four main types of macromolecules are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids are macromolecules that store and transmit genetic information; examples include DNA and RNA.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.

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What are lipids?

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Lipids are a group of macromolecules that are hydrophobic and include fats, oils, and waxes.

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What is the function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and structural support in cells; they are made of sugar molecules.

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What are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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The monomers of carbohydrates are monosaccharides, such as glucose and fructose.

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What is a polymer?

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A polymer is a large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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

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What are 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.