Lipids, Proteins, Enzymes, and Nucleic Acids

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What are the monomers for nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides.

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What elements make up proteins?

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Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.

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What are the monomers for proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What type of lipids form protective waterproof coatings on surfaces?

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Waxes.

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What type of fats tend to be solid at room temperature?

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Saturated fats.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What is the primary function of enzymes?

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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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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 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.