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Biological macromolecule |
A large, organic molecule such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. |
monomer
A molecule that is a building block for larger molecules (polymers). For example, an amino acid acts as the building blocks for proteins.
Polymer
A large molecule made of repeating subunits (monomers). For example, a carbohydrate is a polymer that is made of repeating monosaccharides.
Carbohydrates
Provide cells with quick/short-term energy, source of dietary fiber: glucose, starch, cellulose, chitin
Lipids
Provide cells with long-term energy, make up biological membranes: Fats, phospholipids, waxes, oils, grease, steroids
Proteins
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Nucleic acid/nucleotides
Store and pass on genetic information: DNA and RNA
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