Elements of Life & Biomolecules Review!!

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What are the four elements found in all proteins?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

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To provide a quick source of energy.

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What biomolecule is primarily responsible for long-term energy storage?

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Lipids.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions.

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What is the structure of a carbohydrate?

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Carbohydrates are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, typically in a 1:2:1 ratio.

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What are the two main types of nucleic acids?

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DNA and RNA.

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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 primary function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What are the three main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Lipids.