Biochemistry - Prop of Water and Biomolecules

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What does the prefix 'poly' mean?

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Many

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What are good sources of carbohydrates?

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Rice, potatoes, bread, and legumes.

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What elements are common to all four biomolecules?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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They store and transmit genetic information.

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Which color line shows the presence of an enzyme?

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Red.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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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 energy for the body.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Energy storage and making up cell membranes.

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What is the basic unit of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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They act as catalysts to speed up reactions.