Macromolecules and Enzymes Basics Review

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What are the monomers of proteins?

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Amino acids are the monomers of proteins.

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Which macromolecule is responsible for storing genetic information?

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Nucleic acids store genetic information.

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What is the monomer of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides are the monomers of nucleic acids.

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Which element is found in proteins but not in carbohydrates?

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Nitrogen is found in proteins but not in carbohydrates.

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What elements are found in lipids?

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Lipids are composed of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O).

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates primarily serve as a source of energy.

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What role do enzymes play in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

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What is the structure of a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide consists of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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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.