Biochemistry Review

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What is an amino acid?

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Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins. They contain an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a unique side chain (R group).

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What is a lipid?

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Lipids are organic molecules that are hydrophobic and used for long-term energy storage. They are made of fatty acids and glycerol.

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What is a dipeptide?

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A dipeptide is a molecule formed when two amino acids are bonded together through a peptide bond.

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What is DNA?

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DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) is a type of nucleic acid that contains the genetic information of an organism. Its structure is a double helix.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose and fructose.

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What is a nucleotide?

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Nucleotides are the basic building blocks of nucleic acids, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

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What is a carbohydrate?

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Carbohydrates are organic compounds made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, typically used for energy and structural purposes.

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What is a fatty acid?

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Fatty acids are long hydrocarbon chains that are key components of lipids, used for energy storage and cell membrane structure.

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What is a protein?

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Proteins are large biomolecules made up of one or more chains of amino acids, essential for the structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs.

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What is the role of enzymes?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in biological processes.