Biochemistry Review

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What are carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates are biomolecules that include sugars and starches, serving as a primary source of energy for the body.

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Which biomolecule is NOT considered a biomolecule?

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Water is not considered a biomolecule; it is a simple compound essential for life.

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What is the main source of energy in the human diet?

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Carbohydrates are the main source of energy in the human diet.

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What role do proteins play in biological systems?

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Proteins serve various functions, including acting as enzymes that catalyze biochemical reactions.

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What are enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body by lowering the activation energy required.

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How does the shape of an enzyme affect its function?

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The shape of an enzyme determines its specificity for a substrate, meaning it can only catalyze specific reactions.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.

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What is the function of nucleic acids?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

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What are lipids and their primary function?

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Lipids are biomolecules that include fats and oils, primarily serving as long-term energy storage.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats contain no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats contain one or more double bonds.