Macromolecules/Organic Compounds

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What are the four organic compounds found in living things?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids

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What happens to energy storage as the number of bonds in a molecule increases?

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The more bonds a molecule has, the more energy is stored.

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What is the primary function of proteins in living organisms?

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Build organelles, build body parts, and help with body defense.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What are carbohydrates primarily used for in living organisms?

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Energy storage and providing structural support.

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What are lipids and their main functions?

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Lipids are fats and oils that store energy, provide insulation, and make up cell membranes.

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What are nucleic acids and their role in cells?

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Nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double 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 is the significance of the 'R' group in amino acids?

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The 'R' group determines the specific properties and functions of each amino acid.