What are macromolecules? Give examples.
(N/A) Macromolecules are large,complex molecules that exist in a colloidal state within the intercellular fluid. They are formed by the polymerization of micromolecules,which are molecules with low molecular weight. Common examples of macromolecules include polysaccharides,proteins,and nucleic acids.
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Match the polymers given in column $(A)$ with their respective monomers in column $(B)$ and select the correct option:
Column $(A)$ Column $(B)$ $(1)$ Polypeptide $(a)$ Glucose $(2)$ Polynucleotide $(b)$ Nucleoside $(3)$ Polysaccharide $(c)$ Nucleotide $(d)$ Maltose $(e)$ Amino acid
| Column $(A)$ | Column $(B)$ |
| $(1)$ Polypeptide | $(a)$ Glucose |
| $(2)$ Polynucleotide | $(b)$ Nucleoside |
| $(3)$ Polysaccharide | $(c)$ Nucleotide |
| $(d)$ Maltose | |
| $(e)$ Amino acid |
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$R$ - Cellulose is an important component of the plant cell wall.
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