Biomolecule Vocabulary Revie

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What is a biomolecule?

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A biomolecule is a large molecule that is essential for life, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Lipids are primarily composed of carbon and hydrogen atoms.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, and play roles in transport and signaling.

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What is a nucleic acid?

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Nucleic acids are biomolecules that store and transmit genetic information; examples include DNA and RNA.

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What is the difference between a monomer and a polymer?

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A monomer is a single building block of a biomolecule, while a polymer is a chain of monomers.

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What does 'organic' mean in the context of chemistry?

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In chemistry, 'organic' refers to compounds that contain carbon.

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What is the process by which plants obtain biomolecules?

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Plants obtain biomolecules primarily through photosynthesis.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.