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 are the four main types of macromolecules?

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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 lipids primarily used for?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What are nucleotides?

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The monomers that make up nucleic acids like DNA and RNA.

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What is the main source of energy for living things?

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Carbohydrates.

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How do lipids differ from carbohydrates in terms of energy storage?

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Lipids store more energy per gram than carbohydrates.

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What is the structure of a protein?

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Proteins are made up of one or more chains of amino acids folded into a specific shape.