Biomolecules and Enzymes

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What is a biomolecule?

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A biomolecule is a large molecule that is essential for life, including proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules?

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The four main types of biomolecules are proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What are lipids primarily used for in the body?

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Lipids are used for insulation, long-term energy storage, and making up cell membranes.

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What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, transport molecules, and play roles in immune response.

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What are enzymes?

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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body without being consumed.

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What does it mean for an enzyme to be substrate specific?

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An enzyme is substrate specific when it can only catalyze a reaction for a specific substrate due to its shape.

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What are monomers?

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Monomers are the basic building blocks of polymers, small molecules that can join together to form larger structures.

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What are polymers?

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Polymers are large molecules made up of repeating units called monomers, such as proteins and nucleic acids.

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How do monomers bond to form polymers?

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Monomers bond together through chemical reactions, often involving the removal of water (condensation reaction).