Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321733606
ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 2 - Chemical Principles - Study Questions - Clinical Applications - Page 52: 1

Answer

Polymer

Work Step by Step

PHB is a polymer, for its chain contains many mers. Polymers are extremely complex molecules, which means that they can store a lot of energy. Thus, humans often use polymers like PHB to store energy.
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