1.9 biological molecules

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What are biological molecules?

Molecules found in living organisms that are needed for life.

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What are carbohydrates?

Biological molecules made of sugars that are used as an energy source.

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What is starch?

A carbohydrate used by plants to store energy.

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What is glycogen?

A carbohydrate used by animals to store energy.

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What are proteins?

Biological molecules made of amino acids used for growth and repair.

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What are lipids?

Biological molecules used for energy storage and insulation.

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Why are lipids good for energy storage?

They store more energy per gram than carbohydrates.

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