Biomolecules

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What makes a compound organic?

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A compound is considered organic if it contains both carbon and hydrogen.

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What is the chemical formula for water?

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H2O

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What are the building blocks of lipids?

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Lipids are made up of 3 fatty acids and a glycerol.

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Which biomolecule group includes fats, oils, and waxes?

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Lipids.

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What are nucleic acids made of?

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Nucleic acids are made of a phosphate group, a sugar, and nitrogenous bases.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates primarily serve as a source of energy.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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

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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 function of DNA?

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DNA stores and transmits genetic information.