Organic Compounds

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What element are organic compounds always based on?

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Carbon

Front

Which foods are high in protein?

Back

Meats, cheeses, milk, eggs

Front

What is the function of Nucleic Acids?

Back

Store genetic information

Front

What should a long distance runner eat the night before a race for long lasting energy?

Back

A complex carb

Front

What are DNA and RNA examples of?

Back

Nucleic Acids

Front

What are the four main types of organic compounds?

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Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, Nucleic Acids

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Provide energy

Front

What are lipids commonly known as?

Back

Fats and oils

Front

What is the building block of proteins?

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Amino acids

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Catalyze chemical reactions