Biological macromolecules review

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What are biological macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What are lipids primarily composed of?

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Fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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Proteins perform a variety of functions including catalyzing biochemical reactions, providing structure, and regulating processes.

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What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

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What distinguishes saturated fats from 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 function of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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What are the monomers of proteins called?

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Amino acids.

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How do enzymes function as proteins?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions without being consumed in the process.

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What is a polymer?

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A large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers.