4.1 Vocab (biomolecules & enzymes)

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Quick energy source, made of monosaccharides

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carbohydrates

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Building blocks of biomolecules

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monomer

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Protein on red blood cells that transports oxygen

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hemoglobin

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A protein that speeds up chemical reactions

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enzymes

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Used for insulation, waterproofing, and long-term energy storage. Composed of fatty acids and glycerol.

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Lipids

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Many monomers linked together form a ______.

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polymer

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Genetic material coding for proteins, made of nucleotides.

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nucleic acids

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Found in plant cell walls for glucose storage.

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Cellulose

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Made of amino acids; essential for muscle growth, immunity, and speeding up reactions.

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Protein

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Protein that regulates blood sugar

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insulin