Biological Compounds

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What are the building blocks of polymers?

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Monomers are the building blocks of polymers.

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What are the monomers of polysaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the monomers of polysaccharides.

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What is a biological polymer made of amino acid monomers?

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A protein is a biological polymer made of amino acid monomers.

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Which element is always found in an organic compound?

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Carbon is always found in an organic compound.

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What is a large, folded chain of amino acids called?

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A protein is a large, folded chain of amino acids.

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What are the four main types of biological macromolecules?

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

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates primarily serve as a source of energy.

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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 nucleic acids in cells?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of long chains of amino acids.