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Nucleic Acids

examples: DNA, RNA

characteristics: 3 parts, a base, a pentose sugar, and a phosphate group.

functions: store and transmit hereditary info.

elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus

nucleotides

Lipids

characteristics: long hydrobcarbon chain

examples: fats, oils, waxes, steroids

functions: energy storage, cushion organs, insulates body

triglycerides

Proteins

characteristics: 20 different amino acids, linked by peptide bonds,

examples: hair, nails, muscle, hormones

functions: immune system, transports, enzymes, movement

elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen

amino acids

Carbohydrates

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characteristics: hexagon shape, glucose, starch, sucrose

examples: sugars, starches, cellulose, cell walls.

functions: quick energy, energy storage, structure

elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen

monosaccharides