Biomolecules

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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True or False: Biomolecules are necessary for ALL living organisms.

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True

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True or False: You need all 4 biomolecules to survive.

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True

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What are the monomers of lipids?

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Glycerol and fatty acids.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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A monosaccharide is the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar molecule.

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What biomolecule has monosaccharides as its monomer?

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Carbohydrates.

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What elements are found in nucleic acids?

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C, H, O, N, P (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus).

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids.