Biomolecules

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates are biomolecules made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and they serve as a primary energy source for living organisms.

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What are the two main types of carbohydrates?

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The two main types of carbohydrates are simple carbohydrates (sugars) and complex carbohydrates (starches and fibers).

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What is the primary function of lipids?

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Lipids primarily function in long-term energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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What elements are found in carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates contain carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O).

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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 the structure of a nucleotide?

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

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What is the function of enzymes?

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