Biomolecules

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What are the main elements that make up nucleic acids?

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Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorus.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide a fast source of energy.

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Which biomolecule is primarily responsible for making up cell membranes?

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Lipids.

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What is the structure of carbohydrates?

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They contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, often in a ring-like structure.

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What is the main function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information inherited from your parents.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of lipids in the body?

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To store energy and make up cell membranes.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) and RNA (ribonucleic acid).

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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 are enzymes and what role do they play in biological processes?

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