Macromolecules and Properties of Water

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What is the function of Nucleic Acids?

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Instructions for life, storing and transmitting genetic information.

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What is the monomer of Nucleic Acids?

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Nucleotide.

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Which of the following is NOT one of the major macromolecules: carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, or amino acids?

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Amino acids.

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What type of bonds hold water molecules together?

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Hydrogen Bonds.

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What is it called when water molecules stick to each other?

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Cohesion.

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What are the three major types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Lipids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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They serve as enzymes, structural components, and signaling molecules.

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What is the significance of hydrogen bonds in water?

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They contribute to water's unique properties, such as high surface tension and specific heat.