Which of the following is NOT considered a macromolecule? A) Nucleic acids B) Proteins C) Carbohydrates D) Lipids
Understand the Problem
The question is asking us to identify which option listed (A, B, C, or D) is not classified as a macromolecule. We will evaluate each of the provided options, which are all common macromolecular categories, to determine which one doesn't fit.
Answer
Lipids
Lipids are not considered typical macromolecules.
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Lipids are not considered typical macromolecules.
More Information
Lipids, while large molecules and crucial to biological functions, do not form polymers like the traditional macromolecules such as nucleic acids, proteins, and carbohydrates.
Tips
A common mistake is to assume that all large molecules are macromolecules. However, the presence of polymer structures defines the main macromolecules.
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