7.2.20

Naturally Occurring Polymers - Others

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Other Naturally Occurring Polymers

Polymers, such as DNA, are found in nature and can be extracted. Other naturally occurring polymers that are important for life include:

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Proteins

  • Amino acids are the monomers that combine to give proteins.
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Starch and cellulose

  • Sugars are the monomers that combine to give starch and cellulose.
    • All of these molecules fall into the category of carbohydrates.

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1Atomic Structure

2Chemical Bonding

3Quantitative Chemistry

4Chemical Changes

5Energy Changes

6The Rate & Extent of Chemical Change

7Organic Chemistry

8Chemical Analysis

9Chemistry of the Atmosphere

10Using Resources

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