macromolecule
[/ˌmækroʊˈmɒlɪkjuːl/]
nounfemininepl: macromolecules / macromoléculas
macromolécula
1. A very large molecule composed of thousands or millions of atoms, typically formed by the polymerization of smaller units (monomers)
Proteins are macromolecules essential for life.
Proteínas são macromoléculas essenciais para a vida.
2. Any large organic compound found in living organisms, such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids
DNA is a macromolecule that stores genetic information.
O DNA é uma macromolécula que armazena informações genéticas.
3. A polymeric substance with a high molecular weight and complex structure
The cell membrane contains macromolecules like phospholipids and proteins.
A membrana celular contém macromoléculas como fosfolipídios e proteínas.
The term 'macromolécula' is universally used in Brazilian and Portuguese scientific education. It is a key concept taught in high school biology and chemistry courses. In both countries, understanding macromolecules is fundamental to biochemistry and molecular biology studies. The word is entirely technical with no colloquial usage variations.
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