Chemistry of Life

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What are nucleic acids made from?

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Nucleic acids are polymers made from nucleotides.

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Which enzyme is responsible for breaking down lipids?

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Lipase is the enzyme that breaks down lipids.

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What does the pH scale measure?

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The pH scale indicates how acidic or basic a substance is.

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What part of the leaf allows gas exchange?

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Stomates allow carbon dioxide to enter the plant and oxygen to leave.

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Name the two types of nucleic acids.

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The two types of nucleic acids are Ribonucleic acid (RNA) and Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA).

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What is the basic unit of nucleic acids?

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The basic unit of nucleic acids is a nucleotide.

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What is the function of lipase?

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Lipase breaks down fats and lipids into fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is the significance of the pH scale in biology?

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The pH scale is significant in biology as it affects enzyme activity and metabolic processes.

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What role do stomates play in photosynthesis?

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Stomates facilitate the exchange of gases, allowing carbon dioxide to enter for photosynthesis.

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What are the components of a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide consists of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.