Biology EOC Review: L.18.1 Macromolecules (Carbon Compounds and Enzymes)

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What is the main function of carbohydrates?

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Main source of energy for cells.

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What is the basic building block of proteins?

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Amino acid.

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What element is present in all organic compounds?

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Carbon.

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What is the major function of nucleic acids?

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Storing genetic information.

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Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for long-term energy storage?

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Lipid.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, such as glucose.

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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.

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What are fatty acids?

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Building blocks of lipids, consisting of long hydrocarbon chains.

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What is the structure of a nucleotide?

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