Biomolecules

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What are enzymes considered to be?

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Enzymes are considered to be proteins.

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Which biomolecule is a source of long-term energy found in fats, oils, and waxes?

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Lipids are a source of long-term energy found in fats, oils, and waxes.

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What biomolecule do enzymes belong to?

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Enzymes belong to the protein biomolecule.

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What elements are found in proteins?

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Proteins are made up of Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O), and Nitrogen (N).

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Lipids are primarily used for long-term energy storage and insulation.

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What are nucleic acids responsible for?

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Nucleic acids are responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information.

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What is the basic building block of proteins?

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The basic building block of proteins is amino acids.

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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 have one or more double bonds.

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What role do carbohydrates play in plant structure?

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Carbohydrates, specifically cellulose, provide structural support in plant cell walls.