Unit 1: From Molecules to Organisms

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What is the monomer of proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the monomer of lipids?

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Fatty acids are the building blocks of lipids.

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Which of the following is NOT a macromolecule? (Protein, Carbohydrates, Hydrogen, Nucleic Acids)

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Hydrogen is not a macromolecule.

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What is protein synthesis?

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Protein synthesis is the process of creating proteins from amino acids.

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What is a function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates serve as a short-term energy source.

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Define macromolecule.

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Macromolecules are large, complex molecules, such as proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

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Proteins serve various functions including building and repairing tissues, and acting as enzymes.

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What role do nucleotides play in living organisms?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) and play a key role in storing and transferring genetic information.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fatty acids?

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Saturated fatty acids have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fatty acids have one or more double bonds.