Unit 2 Energy for Life Review

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What is the monomer of lipids?

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Fatty acids and glycerol.

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What are triglycerides?

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Triglycerides are the polymers of lipids.

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Where does photosynthesis occur in the cell?

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In the chloroplast.

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What smaller subunits can lipids be digested into?

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Fatty acids.

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What are polysaccharides?

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Polysaccharides are the polymers of carbohydrates.

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Define lipids.

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Lipids are a group of organic compounds that are insoluble in water, including fats, oils, and waxes.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the process of converting glucose into energy called?

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Cellular respiration.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

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Chlorophyll absorbs light energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.