INTRODUCTION

1. INTRODUCTION TO MACROMOLECULES

This module introduces the pupils to the major macromolecules of life such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acid. This biomolecules plays crucial role in cellular functions and processes within living organisms..

Macromolecules are large, complex molecules formed by the polymerization of smaller subunits (monomers). They have high molecular weights and complex 3D structures.

This module introduces the pupils to the major macromolecules of life such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acid. This biomolecules plays crucial role in cellular functions and processes within living organisms.. 

Types of Macromolecules
  • Carbohydrates
  • Proteins
  • Lipids
  • Nucleic acid