Biological Macromolecules

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What are the building blocks (or monomers) of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides

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What are the building blocks (or monomers) of proteins?

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Amino acids

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What are the building blocks (or monomers) of nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides

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What is a polymer?

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A large molecule composed of many repeated subunits (monomers).

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What are the four main types of biological macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and 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 is the primary function of proteins in living organisms?

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To perform a variety of functions including catalyzing biochemical reactions, providing structure, and regulating processes.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids in living organisms?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What is the structure of a nucleotide?

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

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What are lipids and what is their primary function?

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Lipids are hydrophobic molecules that serve as energy storage, structural components of cell membranes, and signaling molecules.