Chapter 4

Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules

Master the four major macromolecules of life. This high-yield chapter is crucial for NEET, Olympiad, and all biology competitive exams.

8 Hours

Olympiad 5/5

Intermediate

NEETRequired

MCATRequired

AP BiologyRequired

IB BiologyRequired

USABO

5/5

BBO

5/5

INBO

5/5

IBO

5/5

Key Topics Covered

Carbohydrate structure and function

Lipid diversity - fats, phospholipids, steroids

Protein structure - primary to quaternary

Enzyme function basics

Nucleic acid structure - DNA and RNA

Compare structure of mono-, di-, and polysaccharides

Explain lipid diversity and membrane function

Describe all four levels of protein structure

Compare DNA and RNA structure and function

Yes! Biomolecules is one of the highest-weightage topics in NEET. Chapter 4 covers all four macromolecules tested extensively in the exam.

Olympiads test deep understanding of how amino acid sequence determines 3D structure, enzyme specificity, and protein-protein interactions.

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