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Section 5

Organic Compounds

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Carbohydrate Molecules

Carbohydrates are essential macromolecules that are classified into three subtypes: monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.

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Lipid Molecules

Fats and oils, which may be saturated or unsaturated, can be unhealthy but also serve important functions for plants and animals.

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DNA and RNA

DNA and RNA are nucleic acids that carry out cellular processes, especially the regulation and expression of genes.

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Amino Acids

An amino acid contains an amino group, a carboxyl group, and an R group, and it combines with other amino acids to form polypeptide chains.

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Types and Functions of Proteins

Proteins perform many essential physiological functions, including catalyzing biochemical reactions.

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ATP: Adenosine Triphosphate

Cells couple the exergonic reaction of ATP hydrolysis with endergonic reactions to harness the energy within the bonds of ATP.

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