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Which of the following is the largest particle?

O Monosaccharide
Electron
O Polymer
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Answer:

The largest particle is the polymer, formed by several subunits called monomers.

Step-by-step explanation:

A polymer is a complex molecule formed by the union of several simple molecules, called monomers.

Examples of polymers are proteins, whose monomers are amino acids, or polysaccharides that are formed by the union of monosaccharides.

The reason a polymer is a longer particle is because it can be formed by the other structures:

  • Electrons are part of the atoms.
  • Atoms join together to form molecules.
  • Monosaccharides are molecules.

When monosaccharides joined together can form polysaccharides, a type of polymer.

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