Carbon Based Molecules

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How many electrons does Carbon have in its outer shell?

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Carbon has 4 electrons in its outer shell.

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How are carbon based molecules bonded?

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Carbon based molecules are primarily bonded through covalent bonds.

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Does a lipid dissolve in water?

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No, lipids do not dissolve in water.

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Where do most of the carbon based compounds of earth come from?

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Most carbon based compounds on Earth come from any living organism.

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What is an isomer?

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An isomer is a molecule with the same formula as another molecule, but with a different shape.

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What are the main types of carbon based molecules?

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The main types of carbon based molecules are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the basic building block of proteins?

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The basic building block of proteins is an amino acid.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What is a saturated fat?

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A saturated fat is a type of fat that has no double bonds between carbon atoms.

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What is the significance of carbon's ability to form four bonds?

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Carbon's ability to form four bonds allows it to create a wide variety of complex molecules.