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BIO 2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| organelles | Inside every cell are smaller structures |
| Macromolecules | are also called biomolecules, molecules of life. |
| Polymers | Polymers are built from smaller units called monomers, single simple units of a biomolecule. Many monomers join together to form polymers. |
| Carbohydrates | Carbohydrates provide quick energy for cells. They can also provide structural support, such as fiber in plants. |
| Monomers: | monosaccharides, or simple sugars |
| (CHO) | Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen |
| Lipids | Lipids store long-term energy. They also form cell membranes and provide insulation. |
| Proteins | Proteins build and repair tissue and function as enzymes, antibodies, and transport molecules. |
| Nucleic Acids | Nucleic acids store and transmit genetic information. Nucleic acids are present in the cells of all living things. There are two types - DNA and RNA. |