FL Biology EOC - L.18.1 - Four Major Biological Macromolecules

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What are the four major biological macromolecules?

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Proteins, Carbohydrates, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of enzymes?

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To act as catalysts that lower the activation energy of biochemical reactions.

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What are proteins made of?

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Strings of amino acids that fold into 3D structures.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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They provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What are lipids primarily used for in biological systems?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What are nucleic acids responsible for?

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Storing and transmitting genetic information.

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What is the basic unit of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What type of macromolecule is insulin?

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Protein.

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What are monosaccharides?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, such as glucose and fructose.

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What is the function of lactase?

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To break down lactose into monosaccharides.