Question

What macromolecules are capable of self-replication?

Answer 1

Macromolecule are defined as a very large molecule created by the polymerization of small subunits such as monomers.There are four major biological macromolecules including carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

Self-replication of macromolecules is a behavior that allows construction of an identical copy of itself.

Nucleic acid that involves DNA (dioxyribonucleic acid ) are the macromolecules having the capability of self replication. DNA containing nucleotides, have a specific chemical interactions that helps in designing the self assemblage.

Answer 2

Macromolecules in the mammals are of three different types, namely the carbohydrates, proteins, and the nucleic acids. Among these macromolecules, the nucleic acids are capable of self-replication. These encode the genetic information of the organism, and plays a vital role in carrying out an array of different functions of the body. One example of such nucleic acid is the RNA, or the Ribonucleic Acid.