Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Macromolecules are large, complex molecules that are essential for life. They include proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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

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What is the primary function of lipids?

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Lipids store energy, insulate the body, and make up cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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

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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 and fructose.

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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 enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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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.

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What is the structure of DNA?

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DNA has a double helix structure, consisting of two strands of nucleotides twisted around each other.