Macromolecules

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What are the three main parts of a nucleotide?

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Sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogen base.

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharide.

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What is one job that proteins do NOT have in the body?

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Insulation.

Front

Which organic compound is the main immediate source of energy for living things?

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Carbohydrates.

Front

What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Stores genetic information.

Front

What are macromolecules?

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Large molecules made up of smaller subunits, essential for life.

Front

Name the four main types of macromolecules.

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids.

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Energy storage and forming cell membranes.

Front

What is a protein's monomer?

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Amino acid.