Textbook Question
Pediatricians become concerned about the potential for brain damage when an infant's temperature approaches 105°F. Which class of organic molecules is most likely to be damaged by high temperature? Explain why.
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2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components
Proteins
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Which biomolecule plays a major role in muscle development by providing the building blocks for muscle tissue and supporting muscle contraction?
A
Carbohydrates
B
Lipids
C
Proteins
D
Nucleic acids
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Step 1: Understand the four main types of biomolecules: carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids, and their general functions in the body.
Step 2: Recognize that carbohydrates primarily provide energy, lipids serve as long-term energy storage and structural components, and nucleic acids store genetic information.
Step 3: Identify that proteins are composed of amino acids, which serve as the building blocks for muscle tissue, making them essential for muscle development.
Step 4: Note that proteins also play a critical role in muscle contraction through contractile proteins like actin and myosin within muscle fibers.
Step 5: Conclude that proteins are the biomolecules responsible for both building muscle tissue and supporting muscle contraction.
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