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Interpretation:
The given molecules are to be classified as a lipid, carbohydrate or amino acid.
Concept Introduction:
Lipids are cellular components that are insoluble in water. They are comprised of fats, oils, fatty acids, steroids, and some vitamins.
Fats and oils are triglycerides, which have three long hydrocarbon chains.
Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy
Amino acids are the repeating structural units in a protein molecule. Amino acids consist of the amino group and the
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