The term macromolecule by definition implies "large molecule". In the context of biochemistry, the term may be applied to the four conventional biopolymers (nucleic acids, proteins, carbohydrates, and lipids), as well as non-polymeric molecules with large molecular mass such as macrocycles. Macromolecules are synthesized through the process of polymerization, during which monomers (mono=single, meros=part) are assembled into large molecules - macromolecules. Usage The term macromolecule was coi… (More on Macromolecules)