Biomolecules

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What are the elements found in nucleic acids?

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C, H, O, N, P (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus)

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What is the ratio of carbon to hydrogen to oxygen in carbohydrates?

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1:2:1

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What suffix do sugars typically end with?

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-ose

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True or False: All four biomolecules are necessary for survival.

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True

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What type of bond holds amino acids together?

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Peptide bond

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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 primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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They serve as enzymes, structural components, and signaling molecules.

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What are nucleic acids responsible for?

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Storing and transmitting genetic information.