Macromolecules

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What are waxes, oils, and fats examples of?

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Lipids

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What are proteins made of?

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C H O N S

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Which element makes up the backbone of all macromolecules?

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Carbon

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What is a polymer?

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A polymer is a large molecule made up of smaller units called monomers that are bonded together.

Front

What are nucleotides the monomers of?

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Nucleic Acids

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What are carbohydrates primarily made of?

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C H O (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen)

Front

What is the primary function of lipids in the body?

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Energy storage, insulation, and making up cell membranes.

Front

What is the difference between a monomer and a polymer?

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A monomer is a single unit, while a polymer is a chain of monomers bonded together.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, Nucleic Acids.

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What is the role of proteins in biological systems?

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Proteins serve as enzymes, structural components, signaling molecules, and transporters.