Biological molecules

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What this unit covers

• Biological molecules: Identify the chemical elements that constitute carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
• Biological molecules: Recognize that large molecules are formed from smaller ones, specifically: (a) starch, glycogen, and cellulose are derived from glucose; (b) proteins are constructed from amino acids; (c) fats and oils are created from fatty acids and glycerol.