Unit 1: Biochemistry

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What are lipids?

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Lipids are organic molecules that include fats, oils, and phospholipids, which are important for energy storage and cell membrane structure.

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What is the primary function of proteins?

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Proteins serve various functions including forming enzymes, hormones, and structural components in the body.

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What is an active site?

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The active site is the specific region of an enzyme where the substrate binds and the reaction occurs.

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What suffix do sugars typically end with?

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Sugars usually end with the suffix '-ose'.

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What are carbohydrates commonly known for?

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Carbohydrates are known as 'quick energy' foods, providing immediate energy for the body.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts that speed up biochemical reactions without being consumed in the process.

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What are saturated fats?

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Saturated fats are types of fats that have no double bonds between carbon atoms, typically solid at room temperature.

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What are unsaturated fats?

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Unsaturated fats contain one or more double bonds in their fatty acid chains, usually liquid at room temperature.

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What is the basic unit of carbohydrates?

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The basic unit of carbohydrates is a monosaccharide, such as glucose or fructose.