Review - Unit 2 - Macromolecules

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What is Hydrolysis?

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A chemical reaction where water is added to break down polymers into monomers.

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What is Dehydration Synthesis?

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A chemical reaction where water is removed to join two monomers together, forming a polymer.

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Which element is most important for the structure of organic molecules?

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Carbon.

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What are the complementary bases in DNA for the sequence A T C C A G?

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T A G G T C.

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What is the correct sequence of information flow in molecular biology?

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DNA -> RNA -> Protein.

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How do enzymes affect chemical reactions?

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Enzymes speed up reactions by lowering the activation energy.

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What are macromolecules?

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Large complex molecules, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support in cells.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.