Proteins
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Elements, Monomer, and Polymer
Proteins are made up of Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, and sometimes Sulfur. The monomer for proteins is amino acids. Proteins are polymers made out of amino acids.
Why do we have Proteins and where d you find them?
Foods with a good amount of protein are eggs, nuts, and turkey or chicken. Proteins can be found attached to the nuclear envelope. Some of the functions of proteins include repair and maintenance, energy, hormones, enzymes, and transportation and storage of molecules.
Why is it special?
Proteins are a branched structure. Protein is an important component in every cell. As everyone already knows, proteins can make you a lot stronger. Your hair an nails are mostly made up of protein. It is used to build and repair tissues. People on low calorie or vegan diets are missing some of the most important proteins that their bodies need. There are many positive things that come from having proteins.
Monomer
Amino acids are natural monomers. The structure is branched.
Polymer
Proteins are a polyamide. That means it is a polymer with amide groups in the backbone of the chain.