Biopolymers in Biochemistry

Biopolymers are large, naturally occurring molecules essential for life, composed of repeating monomeric units linked by covalent bonds. In biochemistry, they are classified into proteins, nucleic acids, and polysaccharides. Proteins, made of amino acids, serve as enzymes, structural components, and transport molecules. Nucleic acids like DNA and RNA store and transmit genetic information, guiding protein synthesis. Polysaccharides, such as starch and cellulose, function as energy storage molecules and structural components. Biopolymers have various applications in medicine, biotechnology, and environmental science, offering biodegradable and biocompatible alternatives to synthetic materials, making them crucial for both biological functions and sustainable innovations.

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