EOC Biomolecules & enzymes

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required.

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What happens to pepsin when it enters the small intestine?

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Pepsin becomes inactive due to the higher pH in the small intestine.

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What is the monomer of proteins?

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The monomer of proteins is an amino acid.

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What do enzymes do to activation energy?

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Enzymes reduce the amount of activation energy needed for a reaction to occur.

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What is lactase and what does it break down?

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Lactase is an enzyme that breaks down lactose into monosaccharides.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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

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What is the function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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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.