Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and support cellular structure.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids, which are linked together by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of lipids in the body?

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To store energy, provide insulation, and make up cell membranes.

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What are nucleic acids responsible for?

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Storing and transmitting genetic information (DNA and RNA).

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What is the basic unit of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides, such as glucose and fructose.

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What is a peptide bond?

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A covalent bond that links amino acids together in a protein.

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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.

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What is the function of enzymes?

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To speed up chemical reactions in the body.