Macromolecules and Enzymes

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What does it mean when we say all lipids are hydrophobic?

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They are insoluble and don't mix with water.

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What is formed when many monomers are connected together?

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Polysaccharide.

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What is one of the major catalysts in biology?

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Enzyme.

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What is the ratio of elements in a carbohydrate compound?

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1:2:1.

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What is saliva in your mouth an example of when it speeds up the conversion of starch to glucose?

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Catalyst.

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What are macromolecules?

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Large molecules made up of smaller subunits (monomers) that include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of enzymes?

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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in biological processes.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar unit.

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What is a disaccharide?

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A carbohydrate formed from two monosaccharides.