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What type of bond connects monosaccharides in carbohydrates?
Which biomolecule serves as an energy source and a structural component of cells?
What type of bond connects lipids?
What is the main function of nucleic acids?
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Which type of bond connects nucleotides in DNA and RNA?
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What is the main function of proteins in living organisms?
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Which biomolecule includes sugar and starches?
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What is the main function of lipids in living organisms?
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Which type of lipids includes fats, oils, steroids, and phospholipids?
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What is the primary function of nucleic acids?
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Study Notes
Carbohydrates
- Glycosidic bonds connect monosaccharides in carbohydrates.
- Biomolecules serve as energy sources and structural components of cells.
Lipids
- Hydrogen bonds and van der Waals forces connect lipids.
- The main function of lipids in living organisms is to provide energy, store energy, and maintain cell membrane structure.
- Triglycerides are a type of lipid that includes fats, oils, steroids, and phospholipids.
Nucleic Acids
- Hydrogen bonds connect nucleotides in DNA and RNA.
- The primary function of nucleic acids is to store and transmit genetic information.
Proteins
- The main function of proteins in living organisms is to provide structure, regulate metabolism, and respond to stimuli.
Biomolecules
- Carbohydrates include sugar and starches.
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Description
Test your knowledge about the different types of biomolecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins. Learn about their composition, functions, and importance in living organisms.
