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Biological molecules - Coggle Diagram
Biological molecules
Proteins
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non-essential amino acids are what our body naturally produce and we don't need to consume them in our diet.
essential amino acids ae not naturally produced by the body therefore we need to get them from our diets.
essential amino acids can be found in fish, meat ,dairy ,pulses and cereals
proteins are made up of Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Carbon and Oxygen
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proteins are a combination of 50 or more amino acids and are involved in lots of structures and functions in the body.
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Lipids
functions
store energy
transport some vitamins
insulation
protection
water repelent coverings
help build hormones
form cell membranes
made up of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
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Carbohydrates
roles of carbohydrates
store energy, transport energy, cell recognition, provide a source of fibre.
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carbohydrates are made of Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen
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