Bio Unit 1- The Molecules of Life

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What are amino acids with a negatively charged R group called?

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Acidic amino acids.

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What happens if two purines bind in DNA?

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The 'rungs' of the double helix would be too wide.

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True or False: Dependent variables rely on independent variables in a graph.

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True.

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What is the polymer made of amino acids?

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Protein.

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What makes up the rungs of the DNA double helix?

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Nitrogenous bases.

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What holds the sides of the DNA double helix together?

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Sugar and phosphate.

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What are the two types of nitrogenous bases in DNA?

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Purines and pyrimidines.

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What is the function of proteins in living organisms?

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Proteins perform a variety of functions including catalyzing biochemical reactions, providing structure, and regulating processes.

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.