Organic Compounds

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What is the primary source of quick energy for living organisms?

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Carbohydrates are the primary source of quick energy.

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What is one major function of proteins in living organisms?

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One major function of proteins is to provide structure.

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What is the ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates have a C, H, O ratio of 1:2:1.

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What determines the kind of protein produced by a cell?

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The sequence of amino acids determines the kind of protein produced by a cell.

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What is the primary function of lipids in living organisms?

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Lipids are primarily used for long-term energy storage.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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The building blocks of proteins are amino acids.

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What are the four main types of organic compounds?

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

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What is the role of nucleic acids in living organisms?

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Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information.

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What are lipids commonly known for?

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Lipids are commonly known for being fats, oils, and waxes.

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

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The monomer of carbohydrates is monosaccharides.