Section 1
Synthesis of Biological Macromolecules
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Types of Biological Macromolecules
Biological macromolecules, the large molecules necessary for life, include carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins.
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Dehydration Synthesis
In dehydration synthesis, monomers combine with each other via covalent bonds to form polymers.
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Hydrolysis
Hydrolysis reactions result in the breakdown of polymers into monomers by using a water molecule and an enzymatic catalyst.