Macromolecules

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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A chemical reaction where two molecules join together, resulting in the removal of a water molecule.

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What is hydrolysis?

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A chemical reaction that involves the addition of water to break down larger molecules into smaller ones.

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What are the four main elements found in proteins?

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Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen.

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharide.

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What is the polymer of monosaccharides?

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Polysaccharide.

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What is the main difference between dehydration synthesis and hydrolysis?

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Dehydration synthesis removes water; hydrolysis adds water.

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What type of reaction occurs when sucrose is broken down into glucose and fructose?

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Hydrolysis.

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What is a macromolecule?

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A large molecule composed of thousands of atoms, typically formed by the polymerization of smaller subunits.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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They provide energy and serve as structural components.