Biomolecules (Macromolecules)

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What is the ratio of elements in carbohydrates?

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1:2:1

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Are carbohydrates necessary for chemical reactions in our body?

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True

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What is the monomer for a lipid?

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Fatty acid

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What are the three main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Nucleic Acids

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and support cellular structure.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar molecule.

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What is a polysaccharide?

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A carbohydrate that consists of multiple monosaccharides linked together.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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To speed up chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy.