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What are macromolecules?

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Macromolecules are large, complex molecules that are essential for life. They include proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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Which of the following is NOT a macromolecule?

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Salts are not macromolecules; they are ionic compounds.

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What organelle is responsible for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplasts are the organelles in plant cells that conduct photosynthesis.

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What organelle is responsible for breaking down sugar to release energy?

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Mitochondria are the organelles that convert sugar into energy through cellular respiration.

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What type of cell contains a rough endoplasmic reticulum?

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Eukaryotic cells have a rough endoplasmic reticulum, which is involved in protein synthesis.

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What is an example of a living thing?

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Bacteria are a type of living organism.

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What is the function of ribosomes?

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Ribosomes are responsible for protein synthesis in cells.

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What is the role of the cell membrane?

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The cell membrane controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

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What is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells?

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Prokaryotic cells do not have a nucleus or membrane-bound organelles, while eukaryotic cells do.

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What is the function of the nucleus in a cell?

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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and controls cellular activities.