Biology Sept through Dec.

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What are the 4 Macromolecules?

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Lipids, Proteins, Carbohydrates, Nucleic Acids.

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How many bones are in the human skeletal system?

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206.

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What is the primary job of carbohydrates?

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To give energy to the organism.

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What is the primary job of proteins?

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To build muscle.

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Fruits, vegetables, and bread are examples of what macromolecule?

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Carbohydrates.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Energy storage and making up cell membranes.

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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 building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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To speed up chemical reactions.

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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.