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Organic Molecules
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | A type of organic molecule in living things; carbohydrates include sugar and starches used for energy or structured materials |
| Lipid | A type of organic molecule in living things; lipids include fats, cholesterol, and triglycerides |
| Nucleic Acid | A type of organic molecule that stores an organism's genetic information; DNA and RNA are nucleic acids. |
| Organic | Matter that contains at least one carbon atom bonded to a hydrogen atom or another carbon atom |
| Protein | A type of organic molecule composed of amino acid. |