Biochemistry

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What are lipids?

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Lipids are a group of organic molecules that are insoluble in water and serve as long-term energy storage and structural components of cell membranes.

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What is the primary function of lipids in cells?

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The primary function of lipids in cells is to store energy.

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What are the building blocks of polymers?

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The building blocks of polymers are called monomers.

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What is a catalyst?

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A catalyst is a substance that speeds up the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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

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What is the role of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates serve as a primary source of energy and are also involved in structural functions.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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A monosaccharide is the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar molecule, such as glucose.

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What is a polypeptide?

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A polypeptide is a chain of amino acids linked by peptide bonds, which folds into a functional protein.

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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 contain one or more double bonds.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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