Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide quick energy to organisms.

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What are lipids primarily used for?

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Storing energy, insulating the body, and forming cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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

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What are nucleic acids?

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Biomolecules that store and transmit genetic information; examples include DNA and RNA.

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What are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides, such as glucose and fructose.

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What are the monomers of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What are the monomers of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides.