Macromolecules Review

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What are the monomers of a polysaccharide?

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Glucose is the monomer of polysaccharides, which are complex carbohydrates made up of long chains of glucose units.

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What is one of the functions of a protein?

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Proteins serve many functions, one of which is acting as enzymes that catalyze biochemical reactions.

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What is the correct function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates are the body's main source of energy.

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Which organic compound is the main source of energy for living things?

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Carbohydrates are the primary source of energy for living organisms.

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What atoms are lipids composed of?

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Lipids are primarily composed of hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon.

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Define macromolecules.

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Macromolecules are large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What are the three main types of carbohydrates?

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The three main types of carbohydrates are sugars (monosaccharides), starches (polysaccharides), and fibers.

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What role do enzymes play in biological systems?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body without being consumed in the process.

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What is the structure of a lipid?

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Lipids typically have a hydrophobic tail (fatty acids) and a hydrophilic head (glycerol or phosphate group), forming structures like phospholipids.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.