An overview of the four main classes of organic molecules: carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids. Examples of each class are given along with links for further information.
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What Are Organic Molecules? Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids and Nucleic Acids
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This PBS site has an excellent flash animation of the molecules involved in photosynthesis and how they travel from human to plant to atmosphere.
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PBS
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In this video, Salman Khan of Khan Academy explains glycolysis.
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Khan Academy
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In this video, Salman Khan of Khan Academy explains cancer.
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Khan Academy
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A review of the types, structures, and functions of proteins
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Kimball's Biology Pages
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A review of the types, structures, and functions of carbohydrates.
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Kimball's Biology Pages
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A detailed look at the types, structures, and functions of lipids.
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University of Arizona
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Illustrates how neurotransmitters are both released and "read" by neurons. Includes animations.
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Communication Between Neurons
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