Chemistry of Life

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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 matter?

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Anything that occupies space or has mass.

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What are the building blocks of Carbohydrates?

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Simple sugars, or monosaccharides, such as glucose.

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What process breaks down polymers into monomers?

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Hydrolysis.

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What are organic compounds that are good sources of energy?

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Carbohydrates, which contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid) and RNA (Ribonucleic Acid).

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What is the primary role of proteins in the body?

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To serve as building blocks for tissues and to perform various functions such as enzymes and hormones.

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What is the difference between a monosaccharide and a polysaccharide?

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A monosaccharide is a single sugar molecule, while a polysaccharide is a long chain of sugar molecules.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions without being consumed.

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What is the structure of a lipid?

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Lipids are composed of glycerol and fatty acids.