Biological Macromolecules

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What are the four main types of biological macromolecules?

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Proteins, Carbohydrates, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What elements are proteins primarily composed of?

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Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), and Nitrogen (N).

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Why are macromolecules referred to as 'polymers'?

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Because they are large molecules made up of many smaller units called monomers.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and support cellular structure.

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Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for catalyzing biochemical reactions?

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Proteins (specifically enzymes).

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What is the role of lipids in biological systems?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What is the basic building block of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What type of bond connects amino acids in a protein?

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Peptide bonds.

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What is the significance of carbon in biological macromolecules?

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Carbon is the backbone of all organic molecules, allowing for complex structures.

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Which macromolecule is primarily involved in genetic information storage?

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Nucleic Acids (DNA and RNA).