Here are the elements present in each of the four major types of macromolecules:
Carbohydrate
- Carbon
- Hydrogen
- Oxygen
Protein
- Carbon
- Hydrogen
- Oxygen
- Nitrogen (and sometimes sulfur)
Lipid
- Carbon
- Hydrogen
- Oxygen (some lipids may contain phosphorus, particularly phospholipids)
Nucleic Acid
- Carbon
- Hydrogen
- Oxygen
- Nitrogen
- Phosphorus
This summary captures the essential elements found in carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids. Let me know if you need any further information!
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