Biomolecules and enzymes

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What elements are present in all 4 biomolecules?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen

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What is a monomer?

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A building block for polymers.

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Which biomolecule is made of nucleotides and includes your DNA?

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Nucleic Acid.

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What biomolecule do enzymes belong to?

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Protein.

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What is the active site of an enzyme?

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The region where substrate molecules bind and undergo a chemical reaction.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are lipids primarily used for?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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They perform a variety of functions including catalyzing reactions, providing structure, and transporting molecules.

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What are enzymes?

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Proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.