Biomacromolecule Description Flashcards
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Protein
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They consist of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and sometimes sulfur. Phospholipids are the main molecules of which membranes are composed.
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Carbohydrates
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They consist of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and are also known as saccharides or sugars. Carbohydrates are a class of biomacromolecule made from monosaccharide monomers.
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Cholesterol
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Cholesterol is a steroid-alcohol that regulates fluidity in plasma membranes.
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Proteins and Plasma Membrane
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