Biomolecule Unit Review

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What is asexual reproduction?

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A type of reproduction where a single organism produces offspring that are genetically identical to itself.

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Which elements are found in lipids?

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Lipids are primarily composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Nitrogen is not found in lipids.

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In the DNA double helix, which base pairs with thymine (T)?

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Adenine (A) always pairs with thymine (T) in DNA.

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What is the structure of deoxyribose sugar?

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Deoxyribose sugar is a five-carbon sugar molecule that is part of the backbone of DNA.

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What biomolecule is primarily responsible for building and repairing tissues?

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Proteins are responsible for building and repairing tissues.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates serve as a primary energy source for living organisms.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What are nucleic acids and their function?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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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.