July 2024
Intermediate to advanced
280 pages
12h 52m
English
Macromolecules are large molecules composed of thousands of covalently connected atoms. Macromolecules can be divided into biological macromolecules and synthetic macromolecules.
There are four major types of biological macromolecules: proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and lipids. Synthetic macromolecules include common plastics and synthetic fibers. Except the lipids, all macromolecules are considered polymers.
Nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids make up most of the bodies of living things, and each plays an essential role in regulating the body’s chemistry. They provide structural support, a source of stored fuel, the ability to store and retrieve genetic ...
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