Biochemistry Review

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What elements are in a carbohydrate?

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CHO (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen)

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Quick energy source for the body.

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What is the monomer of a nucleic acid?

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Nucleotide

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Which biomolecule is primarily responsible for building body tissues?

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Protein

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

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What is the structure of a lipid?

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Lipids are composed of glycerol and fatty acids.

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What is the function of proteins in the body?

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Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues.

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What is a polysaccharide?

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A carbohydrate made up of many sugar molecules linked together.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.

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What is an example of a simple carbohydrate?

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Glucose.