Organic Macromolecules Review

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What are nucleotides?

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Nucleotides are the monomers that make up nucleic acids, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is the polymer formed by nucleotides?

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Nucleic Acids.

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What is the ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in carbohydrates?

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1:2:1.

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What are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

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What is the structure of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates can form ring structures.

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What is the polymer formed by monosaccharides?

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Carbohydrates.

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What are the two types of structures that nucleic acids can have?

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Single-stranded or double-stranded.

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What is the shape of double-stranded nucleic acids?

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Double helix.

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What are the monomers of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What are lipids primarily made of?

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Fatty acids and glycerol.