Biological Macromolecules

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What are the building blocks (or monomers) of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides are the building blocks of nucleic acids, which include DNA and RNA.

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What are the building blocks (or monomers) of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides are the building blocks of carbohydrates, such as glucose and fructose.

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Which of the following is the polymer of lipids?

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Triglycerides are the polymer of lipids, consisting of glycerol and fatty acids.

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What are the building blocks (or monomers) of proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which are essential for various biological functions.

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Define biological macromolecules.

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Biological macromolecules are 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 in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What role do proteins play in biological systems?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, signaling molecules, and play a role in immune response.

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What are lipids and their main functions?

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Lipids are hydrophobic molecules that store energy, form cell membranes, and act as signaling molecules.

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What is the structure of a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide consists of a phosphate group, a sugar molecule, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is a polysaccharide?

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Polysaccharides are long chains of monosaccharides linked together, such as starch and cellulose.