Biological Macromolecules

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Carbohydrates

  • Building Blocks: Monosaccharides (simple sugars)

  • Functions: Provide cells with quick/short-term energy, source of dietary fiber

  • Examples: Glucose, sucrose, starch, cellulose, chitin

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Lipids

  • Building Blocks: Fatty acids and glycerol

  • Functions: Provide cells with long-term energy, make up biological membranes

  • Examples: Fats, phospholipids, waxes, oils, grease, steroids

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Proteins

  • Building Blocks: Amino Acids

  • Functions: Provide cell structure, send chemical signals, speed up chemical reactions, etc

  • Examples: Keratin (found in hair and nails), hormones, enzymes, antibodies

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Nucleic Acids

  • Building Blocks: Nucleotides

  • Functions: Store and pass on genetic information

  • Examples: DNA, RNA