Organic compounds

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What is the number of calories of energy per gram of lipids?

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9 calories per gram.

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What are monosaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates.

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What forms the cell membranes in living organisms?

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Lipids form the cell membranes.

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What are DNA and RNA classified as?

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DNA and RNA are classified as nucleic acids.

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What is the number of calories of energy per gram of carbohydrates?

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4 calories per gram.

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What are the four main types of organic compounds?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

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To provide energy.

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What are lipids commonly known as?

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Fats and oils.

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What is the building block of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of nucleic acids?

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To store and transmit genetic information.