Unit 2- Biochem and PS/CR

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Proteins are made of monomers called ___________

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Amino Acids

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Proteins are made of...

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C H O N

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The monomer of carbohydrates is a/an....

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monosaccharide

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All living things are made of...

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atoms

Front

Which of the following is the correct equation for PHOTOSYNTHESIS?

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6CO₂ + 6H₂O → 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What is the basic structure of an amino acid?

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An amino group, a carboxyl group, and a variable R group.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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To act as catalysts that speed up reactions.

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What is the process of converting light energy into chemical energy called?

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Photosynthesis