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Which of the following is the monomer of proteins?
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4. Biomolecules
Monomers & Polymers
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What are the basic building blocks (monomers) of proteins?
A
Amino acids
B
Nucleotides
C
Monosaccharides
D
Fatty acids
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Understand that proteins are large, complex molecules that play many critical roles in the body.
Recognize that proteins are made up of smaller units called monomers.
Identify that the monomers of proteins are amino acids, which are organic compounds composed of an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a unique side chain.
Differentiate between the options given: nucleotides are the monomers of nucleic acids, monosaccharides are the monomers of carbohydrates, and fatty acids are components of lipids.
Conclude that amino acids are the correct monomers for proteins, as they link together in chains to form polypeptides, which then fold into functional proteins.
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