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Macromolecule - ANS big molecules that make up the structure of cells
monomer - ANS building blocks of macromolecules
polymer - ANS molecule made up of many parts
carbohydrate - ANS macromolecules that provide energy to the body through glucose
lipid - ANS hydrophobic molecules. lipids called fats are where energy is stored. also provide
insulation from environment for plants and animals
protein - ANS structural, regulatory, contractile, or protective. serve in transport, storage, or
membranes. may be toxins or enzymes. polymers of amino acids arranged in a linear sequence
nucleic acid - ANS carry the genetic blueprint of a cell and instructions for the auctioning of
the cell
condensation reaction - ANS water is produced and polymer is put together
hydrolysis reaction - ANS water is consumed and polymer is broke apart