Macromolecules

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What are macromolecules?

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Large, complex molecules that are essential for life, including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What are the four main types of macromolecules?

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Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

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What is a polymer?

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A large molecule made up of repeating subunits called monomers.

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What are monomers?

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Small, basic molecular units that can join together to form polymers.

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What are polysaccharides?

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Carbohydrates that are made up of more than two sugar units.

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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Amino acids.

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What role do proteins play in the body?

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They serve as building blocks for body structures, including hair, muscles, and enzymes.

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What are lipids?

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A group of macromolecules that includes fats, oils, and waxes, which are hydrophobic and serve various functions in the body.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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To provide energy and serve as structural components in cells.

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What is the structure of a triglyceride?

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A lipid made up of one glycerol molecule and three fatty acid chains.