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What is a chemical element?

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Matter that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical reactions.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids, not monosaccharides.

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What molecule contains the genetic code in human cells?

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DNA.

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What is the principal energy-transferring molecule in the body?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate).

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In what form are lipids stored in the adipose tissue of the body?

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Triglycerides.

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What are the subunits of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

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What is the function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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To catalyze and speed up chemical reactions.

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What are nucleotides?

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The building blocks of nucleic acids like DNA and RNA.

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What is the role of ATP in cellular processes?

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ATP provides energy for various cellular functions.

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What are the main types of macromolecules in biochemistry?

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Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.