Bio Midterm Review

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What are the monomers of lipids?

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Glycerol and fatty acids.

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Why do humans need plants to survive?

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They release oxygen that we breathe.

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Which macromolecule provides long-term energy?

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Lipids.

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What are simple sugars also known as?

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Monosaccharides.

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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?

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To produce usable energy in the form of ATP.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What is the function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide quick energy and structural support.

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What are polysaccharides?

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Carbohydrates made up of long chains of monosaccharides.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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To build and repair tissues, and to serve as enzymes.

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What are nucleic acids?

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Macromolecules that store and transmit genetic information (e.g., DNA and RNA).