Biomolecules and enzymes

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What is a monomer?

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A building block for polymers.

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What is the monomer for a protein?

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Amino Acid.

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What is the active site of an enzyme?

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The region where substrate molecules bind and undergo a chemical reaction.

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Which biomolecule is made of nucleotides and carries genetic information?

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Nucleic Acid.

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What is an enzyme?

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A protein that acts as a catalyst to speed up chemical reactions.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are lipids primarily used for?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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To lower the activation energy required for the reaction to occur.

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What is a substrate in the context of enzyme activity?

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The reactant molecule that an enzyme acts upon.