Biomolecules

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Macromolecules are large organic molecules that contain what element?

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Carbon

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Polymers are large molecules made up of repeating units called..

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monomers

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Nucleic acids are a type of macromolecule.

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They store and transmit genetic information.

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Carbohydrates are classified into three groups.

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monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.

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Lipids contain...

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No true polymers

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CH

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Lipids

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CHO

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Carbohydrates

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Phospholipids

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A special lipid that forms the plasma membrane of cells.

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Hydrophobic tail

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The part of the phospholipid that repels water.

"water-fearing"

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Hydrophillic tail

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The part of the phospholipid that is attracted to water.

"water-loving"