NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
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carbohydrates
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lipids
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nucleic acids
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proteins
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Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: ATP is an organic compound that is the main source of energy for all living systems.
Detailed explanation-2: -Carbohydrates are organic molecules that include carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms. These are the key compounds in providing energy. The digestion of carbohydrates requires slightly less time as compared to proteins and fats. Carbohydrates breakdown into glucose molecules with the action of enzymes.
Detailed explanation-3: -All carbohydrates consist of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms and are polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones or are compounds that can be broken down to form such compounds. Examples of carbohydrates include starch, fiber, the sweet-tasting compounds called sugars, and structural materials such as cellulose.