SOL Macromolecules and Enzymes Review

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What are polymers made up of?

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Polymers are made up of monomers.

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What is the optimum pH of an enzyme if it is highest at 6.6?

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The optimum pH of the enzyme is 6.6.

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What is the term for the energy needed to start a chemical reaction?

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Activation energy.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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The primary function of nucleic acids is to store genetic information.

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What is the main role of enzymes in living cells?

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The main role of enzymes is to speed up chemical reactions.

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Define macromolecules.

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

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What is the building block of proteins?

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The building block of proteins is amino acids.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and structural support.

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What are enzymes made of?

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Enzymes are primarily made of proteins.