Biomolecules

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What elements do carbohydrates contain?

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Carbohydrates contain carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O).

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

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Carbohydrates provide short-term energy for the body.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Lipids are primarily composed of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O), but have a higher ratio of hydrogen to oxygen than carbohydrates.

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What is the main function of lipids?

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Lipids are responsible for long-term energy storage and insulation.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What biomolecule is responsible for the structure of cell membranes?

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Lipids, specifically phospholipids, compose the majority of the cell membrane.

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What are nucleic acids and their primary function?

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

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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.