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biomolecule |
large organic compounds that are produced by a living organism ex. carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids |
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carbohydrates |
energy source subunits- monosaccharides ex. glucose and fructose |
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lipids |
used for energy storage, insulation, and protective coverings subunits- fatty acids and glycerol ex. butter and olive oil |
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proteins |
carries out metabolisms subunits- animo acids ex. enzymes |
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nucleic acids |
stores cell information subunits- nucleotides ex. DNA & RNA |
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organelles |
small specialized structures -each has its own function within cell -ex. nucleus, mitochondria, and chloroplasts |
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what is the difference between plant and animal cells |
plant cells have chloroplast, but animal cells don't |
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nucleus |
leader of the cell/ most dna is found here |
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mitochondria |
transform energy for the cell |
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chloroplasts |
capture light and convert it into chemical energy |
