Biomolecules

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is the process called by which polymers are formed from monomers?

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Polymerization.

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What is hydrolysis?

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A chemical process that splits molecules by the addition of water.

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What are monomers?

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The basic building blocks of polymers.

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What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, and play roles in signaling and immune responses.

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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 structure of a nucleotide?

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A nucleotide consists of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.