Biomolecules 🦄

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What are biomolecules?

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

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Lipids are primarily composed of fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, and play roles in transport and signaling.

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What is a monomer?

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A monomer is a small, basic molecular unit that can join together to form polymers.

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

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The monomer of carbohydrates is a monosaccharide.

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What is the monomer of proteins?

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The monomer of proteins is an amino acid.

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What are nucleic acids made of?

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Nucleic acids are made of nucleotides.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.