Biomolecules

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What is the monomer for nucleic acid?

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Nucleotides are the monomers that make up nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA.

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What is the function of proteins?

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Proteins help with growth and repair of tissues, and they also play roles in catalyzing biochemical reactions as enzymes.

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What biomolecule do enzymes belong to?

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Enzymes are a type of protein that catalyze biochemical reactions.

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What are the four most common elements that make up all living things?

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The four most common elements are carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates primarily provide energy for the body.

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What are the two types of carbohydrates based on their structure?

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Simple carbohydrates (monosaccharides) and complex carbohydrates (polysaccharides).

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What is glycogen and its function?

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Glycogen is a polysaccharide that serves as a form of energy storage in animals.

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What is cellulose and its function?

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Cellulose is a polysaccharide that provides structural support in plant cell walls.

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What are lipids and their primary function?

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Lipids are biomolecules that store energy and make up cell membranes.

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What are amino acids?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.