Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are the building blocks of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides.

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Which macromolecule serves as a quick source of energy?

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Carbohydrates.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

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To provide and store energy.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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To store energy and form cell membranes.

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What is the structure of a lipid bilayer?

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Two layers of phospholipids with hydrophilic heads facing outward and hydrophobic tails facing inward.

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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 biological processes?

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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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How do nucleic acids store genetic information?

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Through sequences of nucleotides that encode instructions for building proteins.