Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

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Proteins serve as building blocks for tissues, enzymes, and hormones, and play a role in immune response.

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What macromolecule is primarily responsible for storing energy?

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Lipids are the macromolecules that store energy, insulate the body, and make up cell membranes.

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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 role do carbohydrates play in the body?

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Carbohydrates provide a primary source of energy for the body.

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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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Which macromolecule is NOT a source of energy?

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Proteins are not primarily a source of energy; their main roles are structural and functional.

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What are lipids made of?

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Lipids are made of glycerol and fatty acids.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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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.