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Macromolecules are...

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A very large organic molecule composed of many smaller molecules

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The body's main source of energy. Broken down into simple sugars and used immediately in the body. Contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

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Carbohydrates

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Macromolecule needed by the body for growth and repair

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Proteins

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The building blocks of proteins are [these join together to make proteins]...

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Amino Acids

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Macromolecule that includes fats (solid at room temp), oils (liquid at room temperature), and waxes

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Lipids

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Nucleic Acids are made of _____________ linked together

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Nucleotides

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Fats are...

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Lipids; Made of fatty acids and glycerol. Protects body organs, insulates body, and stores energy in body

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'Food' is defined as...

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Anything made up of lipids, proteins, and/or carbohydrates