Campbell Essential Biology (6th Edition) - standalone book
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Author: Eric J. Simon, Jean L. Dickey, Jane B. Reece, Kelly A. Hogan
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 3, Problem 4SQ
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Introduction:
There are some essential molecules for all the living organisms. These are classified into 4 classes; proteins, carbohydrates,
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The term carbohydrate includes all the others in the list. Therefore, option b. is correct.
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