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 the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Lipids are primarily composed of fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, and play roles in transport and signaling.

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What are nucleic acids and their function?

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

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What is hydrolysis?

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Hydrolysis is a chemical process that breaks down polymers into monomers by adding water.

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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Dehydration synthesis is a chemical reaction that combines monomers to form polymers by removing water.

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What are monosaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose.

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What are polysaccharides?

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Polysaccharides are complex carbohydrates made up of long chains of monosaccharides, such as starch and glycogen.