Biological Macromolecules and Reactions

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What is the primary storage form of glucose in animal cells?

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Glycogen

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What is the optimal pH for Enzyme A?

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6

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Which of the following is NOT a polymer: Cellulose, Lactase, DNA, Phospholipid, RNA?

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Phospholipid

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What are plant cell walls primarily composed of?

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Cellulose

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What process do catabolic enzymes use to break down polymers during digestion?

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Hydrolysis

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Define biological macromolecules.

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Large molecules essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is hydrolysis?

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A chemical process that splits molecules by adding water.

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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A chemical reaction that builds up molecules by removing water.

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What are the four main types of biological macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the function of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.