Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large molecules made up of smaller units called monomers. They include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide short-term energy and serve as structural components.

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What are lipids primarily used for?

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To store long-term energy and make up cell membranes.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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They speed up biochemical reactions, provide structure, and support immune function.

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What are nucleic acids?

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Macromolecules that store and transmit genetic information, such as DNA and RNA.

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides, such as glucose and fructose.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.

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What is an example of a protein?

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Enzymes, antibodies, and hemoglobin are all examples of proteins.