Biochemistry Vocabulary and Concepts

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What is an organic molecule?

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An organic molecule is a compound that contains carbon plus hydrogen and is found in living things.

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What is an inorganic molecule?

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An inorganic molecule is a compound that does not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds.

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What is a monomer?

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A monomer is a subunit of larger molecules called polymers.

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What is a polymer?

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A polymer is a large molecule composed of repeating subunits called monomers.

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What is a carbohydrate?

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Carbohydrates are macromolecules that provide quick energy in organisms and can be used in the formation of cell walls.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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A monosaccharide is a monomer of carbohydrates.

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What is a polysaccharide?

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A polysaccharide is a polymer of carbohydrates.

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What is a protein?

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Proteins are macromolecules that build cellular and organism structures and send chemical signals/messages.

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What is an amino acid?

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An amino acid is a monomer of proteins.

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What is a polypeptide?

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A polypeptide is a polymer of proteins.