Monomer: Carbohydrates
Building Block: Monosaccharides
Elements: Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H), Oxygen (O)
Function: Carbohydrates serve as a primary source of energy for living organisms. They are also important for structural integrity in plants (cellulose) and as recognition sites on cell surfaces (glycoproteins).
Example: Glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) is a common monosaccharide that serves as an essential energy source for cells and is a fundamental building block for more complex carbohydrates like starch and glycogen.
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