Biomolecules and Functional Groups Review

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Stores energy.

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What functional group is present in alcohols?

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Hydroxyl group (-OH).

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What functional group is present in ketones?

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Carbonyl group (C=O) located within the carbon chain.

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What is the most abundant polysaccharide in the world, important for plant cell structure?

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Cellulose.

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What functional group is present in carboxylic acids?

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Carboxyl group (-COOH).

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What is the function of lipids in biological systems?

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Store energy, provide insulation, and make up cell membranes.

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What is the basic building block of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What functional group characterizes aldehydes?

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Carbonyl group (C=O) at the end of the carbon chain.

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What is the role of nucleic acids in cells?

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Store and transmit genetic information.

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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.