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  • What are monomers and how do they relate to polymers?
    Monomers are single individual building blocks that can be repetitively linked together to form polymers.
  • What does the prefix 'mono' in monomers signify?
    The prefix 'mono' means 1 or singular.
  • What does the prefix 'poly' in polymers signify?
    The prefix 'poly' means many.
  • Which biomolecules use consistent monomers to form their polymers?
    Carbohydrates, proteins, and nucleic acids use consistent monomers to form their polymers.
  • Do lipids use consistent monomers to build polymers?
    No, lipids do not use consistent monomers to build polymers.
  • What are the monomers of carbohydrates called?
    The monomers of carbohydrates are called monosaccharides.
  • What are the monomers of proteins called?
    The monomers of proteins are called amino acids.
  • What are the monomers of nucleic acids called?
    The monomers of nucleic acids are called nucleotides.
  • What is the main difference between simple and complex carbohydrates?
    Simple carbohydrates consist of one or two sugar molecules, while complex carbohydrates consist of three or more sugar molecules.
  • What are oligosaccharides and polysaccharides?
    Oligosaccharides are carbohydrates composed of 3-10 monosaccharides, while polysaccharides are composed of more than 10 monosaccharides.
  • What are the four types of lipids mentioned in the lesson?
    The four types of lipids are fats, phospholipids, steroids, and waxes.
  • What is the role of amino acids in protein structure?
    Amino acids are the building blocks that link together to form proteins.
  • How do DNA and RNA differ as nucleic acids?
    DNA contains the genetic blueprint for an organism, while RNA translates that blueprint into proteins.
  • What is the significance of the 10% rule in biology?
    The 10% rule states that only about 10% of the energy from one trophic level is transferred to the next level.
  • What is the role of ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) in cellular processes?
    ATP serves as the main energy currency in cells, providing energy for various cellular processes.