Biology - Macromolecules Practice

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What are unsaturated fats at room temperature?

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Unsaturated fats are lipids that are liquid at room temperature.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids store and pass on genetic information to offspring.

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What are proteins and their functions?

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Proteins can form complex structures and serve functions such as structural support, speeding up chemical reactions, and forming cell membrane channels.

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What polymer is formed from nucleotide monomers?

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Nucleic acids are formed when nucleotide monomers are joined together.

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What are DNA and RNA examples of?

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DNA and RNA are examples of nucleic acids.

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What are carbohydrates primarily used for?

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Carbohydrates are primarily used for energy storage and providing structural support in cells.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.

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What is the primary function of lipids?

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The primary function of lipids is to store energy and form cell membranes.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats are solid at room temperature, while unsaturated fats are liquid.

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What role do enzymes play in biological processes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in biological processes.