Categories: All - carbohydrates - lipids - proteins - storage

by Jude Fairchild 6 years ago

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Fairchild - Macromolecules

Macromolecules play crucial roles in biological systems, each with unique structures and functions. Proteins are composed of amino acids and are essential for various cellular functions.

Fairchild - Macromolecules

Fairchild - Macromolecules

Carbohydrates

Unique Characteristics - Monosaccharides: Glucose, Dissaccharides: Sucrose, Polysaccharides: Starch.
Examples - Sugars, Glycogen, Starches, Cellulose
Functions - Energy Storage, Quick Energy, Structure
Monomer - Monosaccharides

Lipids

Unique Characteristics - Hydrophobic, Non-Polar, Saturated Fats: Solid at room temperature, Unsaturated Fats: Liquid at room temperature.
Examples - Oils, Fats, Phospholipids, Waxes, Steroids
Elements - Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen
Functions - Insulates Organs, Cushion Organs, Energy Storage
Monomer - Triglycerides
Fatty Acid, Glycerol

Proteins

Monomer - Amino Acids

Nucleic Acids

Unique Characteristics - Nucleotides: A Base, Pentose Sugar (Ribose for RNA, and Deoxyribose for DNA),
Examples - DNA, RNA
Function - Store and transmit hereditary information
Elements - Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitorgen, Phosphorous
Monomer - Nucleic Acids

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