Biomolecules

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What is the monomer for nucleic acids?

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Nucleotide

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What is a monosaccharide?

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A monosaccharide is the simplest form of carbohydrates, serving as a monomer for carbohydrates.

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What are the four main types of biomolecules essential for life?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What are lipids primarily made of?

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Glycerol and fatty acids.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy and structural support.

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What are proteins made of?

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Amino acids.

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What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

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To store and transmit genetic information.

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True or False: All biomolecules are made up of smaller units called monomers.

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True.

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What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

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Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds.

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What is the function of enzymes?

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To act as catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body.