Biomolecules and Enzymes

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What are polymers made of?

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Polymers are made of monomers.

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What are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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The monomers of carbohydrates are monosaccharides.

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Which biomolecule polymers are held together by peptide bonds?

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Proteins are the biomolecule polymers held together by peptide bonds.

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Where do substrates bind to enzymes?

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Substrates bind to enzymes at the active site.

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Does protein in food give you energy?

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False, protein does not primarily provide energy.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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

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What is the primary function of enzymes?

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The primary function of enzymes is to catalyze biochemical reactions.

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What are lipids primarily made of?

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Lipids are primarily made of glycerol and fatty acids.

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What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.

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What are amino acids?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.