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What is the role of ATP in animal cells?

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ATP stores and releases energy.

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Which type of molecules are primarily used for long-term energy storage in organisms?

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Lipids.

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What is the function of proteins in the body?

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Proteins provide structure in skin, hair, and nails.

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What elements do all carbohydrates contain?

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Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?

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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 known for long-term energy storage and making up cell membranes.

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What is the function of enzymes like amylase?

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Enzymes like amylase help in the digestion of carbohydrates.

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What are monosaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules.

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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 basic building block of proteins?

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Amino acids are the basic building blocks of proteins.