Unit #2 Keystone Biochemistry (short)

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What is the monomer (building block) for nucleic acids?

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Nucleotide

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What are the two building blocks of lipids?

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Glycerol and fatty acids

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What type of compound contains carbon atoms bonded to other carbon atoms?

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Organic compound

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What is the primary function of lipids?

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Store energy (long-term)

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Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information?

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Nucleic acid

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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 a monosaccharide?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, such as glucose.

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What is the function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Provide short-term energy and structural support.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Catalyze reactions and speed up processes.