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 is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy for living organisms.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What macromolecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information?

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Nucleic acids (DNA and RNA).

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What are lipids commonly known for?

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Being hydrophobic molecules that store energy and make up cell membranes.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions without being consumed.

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What is a polysaccharide?

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A carbohydrate made up of long chains of monosaccharide units, such as starch and glycogen.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.

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What are nucleotides?

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The building blocks of nucleic acids, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is the function of RNA?

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To play a crucial role in protein synthesis and gene expression.