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Macromolecules and Monomers

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Antibodies

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Amino acids; functions include identifying and neutralizing foreign objects like bacteria and viruses.

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Receptor Proteins

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Amino acids; functions include mediating cell signaling by binding to ligands.

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Storage Polysaccharides

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Monosaccharides; functions include the storage of energy in form of carbohydrates.

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Glycoproteins

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Amino acids and monosaccharides; functions include cell-cell recognition and protection.

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Carbohydrates

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Monosaccharides; functions include energy storage and providing structural support in cell walls.

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Transport Proteins

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Amino acids; functions include carrying molecules across cell membranes or in blood.

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Polysaccharides

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Monosaccharides; functions include energy storage and structural support.

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Nucleic Acids

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Nucleotides; functions include storing genetic information and transferring energy.

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Disaccharides

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Two monosaccharides; functions include providing energy and in some cases, serving as an intermediate to larger saccharides.

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Structural Polysaccharides

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Monosaccharides; functions include providing structural support to organisms.

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Hormones

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Various, including amino acids and cholesterol; functions include signaling and regulating physiological processes.

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Steroids

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Cholesterol; functions include being precursors to hormones and maintaining membrane fluidity.

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Enzymes

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Amino acids; functions include speeding up chemical reactions without being consumed.

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Lipids

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Fatty acids and glycerol; functions include long-term energy storage, insulation, and forming cell membranes.

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Monosaccharides

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Simple sugars; functions include serving as energy sources and building blocks for larger carbohydrates.

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Proteins

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Amino acids; functions include catalyzing biochemical reactions, providing structure, and regulating processes.

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Signaling Molecules

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Various, depending on the type; functions include communication between cells and coordinating biological processes.

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Membrane Lipids

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Fatty acids, glycerol, and additional molecules like phosphate; functions include forming the lipid bilayer of cell membranes.

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Structural Proteins

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Amino acids; functions include providing support and shape to cells and tissues.

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Energy Storage Lipids

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Fatty acids and glycerol; functions include storing energy for long-term use.

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