Biomolecules

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What are biomolecules?

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Biomolecules are organic molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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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 and their main functions?

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Lipids are hydrophobic molecules that store energy, form cell membranes, and act as signaling molecules.

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What are proteins made of?

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Proteins are made of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.

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What is the role of enzymes in biological processes?

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Enzymes are proteins that act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What biomolecule is primarily responsible for genetic information?

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Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, are responsible for storing and transmitting genetic information.

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What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

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The building blocks of carbohydrates are monosaccharides, such as glucose and fructose.

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How do proteins contribute to muscle formation?

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Proteins provide the necessary amino acids for muscle growth and repair.

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What is the structure of a lipid?

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Lipids typically consist of a glycerol backbone and fatty acid chains.

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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.