Macromolecules

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What is the monomer of proteins?

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Amino Acid

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_____ store genetic information.

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Nucleic Acids

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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

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What is a fatty acid?

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A carboxylic acid with a long aliphatic chain, which can be saturated or unsaturated.

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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 a peptide bond?

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A covalent bond formed between two amino acids during protein synthesis.