1. An essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain
   - saccharide, sugar

Derived forms: carbohydrates

Type of: macromolecule, supermolecule

Encyclopedia: Carbohydrate

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