Carbon can combine with many different elements but frequently combines with oxygen, hydrogen, and nitrogen to form organic molecules. Which statement best explains why carbon is able to form a large number of different molecules?

What are the main characteristics of lipids as described in the text?

A fat that is liquid at room temperature because of the kinks in the molecule. (ex. Plant oils)

This is a nucelotide monomer. What polymer is made when these monomers are joined together?

What are the two functional groups present in amino acids?

What macromolecule is used by the body for long term energy storage and insulation?