Monomers, Polymers and Monosaccharides- A-level biology Biological Molecules topic
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The lesson covers biological molecules, including monomers, polymers, and monosaccharides, highlighting carbohydrates like glucose and cellulose as key examples. Monomers form larger molecules, such as polymers, which are made up of many monomers bonded together.
Insights
- Monomers and polymers are fundamental building blocks of biological molecules, with monomers forming the basis of larger molecules known as polymers.
- Carbohydrates encompass a range of structures, from simple monosaccharides like glucose to complex polysaccharides such as starch and cellulose, illustrating the diversity and importance of these molecules in biological systems.
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Recent questions
Define monomers and polymers in biology?
Monomers are small units that combine to form larger molecules, while polymers are made up of many monomers bonded together.
What are examples of monosaccharides?
Glucose, fructose, and galactose are examples of monosaccharides.
How are carbohydrates classified?
Carbohydrates are classified as monosaccharides, disaccharides, or polysaccharides.
Can you provide examples of polysaccharides?
Starch, cellulose, and glycogen are examples of polysaccharides.
What is the main focus of the lesson on biological molecules?
The lesson focuses on monomers, polymers, and monosaccharides in biological molecules.
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Summary
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Biological Molecules: Monomers, Polymers, and Carbohydrates
- The lesson introduces biological molecules, focusing on monomers, polymers, and monosaccharides.
- Monomers are smaller units that create larger molecules, while polymers are made from many monomers bonded together.
- Carbohydrates are classified as monosaccharides, disaccharides, or polysaccharides, with key examples being glucose, fructose, and galactose as monosaccharides, and starch, cellulose, and glycogen as polysaccharides.
