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por LaDainian Wells 6 anos atrás

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Wells-Macromolecules Map

Macromolecules are essential biological molecules that include proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. Proteins, composed of amino acids, play diverse roles such as acting as hormones, facilitating muscle movement, and aiding in immune responses.

Wells-Macromolecules Map

Wells-Macromolecules Map

Macromolecules

Nucleic Acids
Monomer: Nucleotides

Elements in Macromolecule:Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus

Function of Macromolecule: Store and transmit hereditary information

Subtopic
Monomer: Triglycerides

Functions for Macromolecule: energy storage, insulates body, very rich, 2x carbohydrates, cushions organs

Examples of Lipids: Fats, oils, phospholipids, steroids, waxes

Proteins
Monomer: Amino Acids

Elements in Macromolecule: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Nitrogen

Functions for the Macromolecule: Hormones, insulin, muscle movement, immune system, protect against germs, enzymes, help chemical reactions

Examples of Proteins: Pepsin, insulin, Keratin, Hemoglobin

Carbohydrates
Monomer: Monosaccharides

Elements in Macromolecule: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen

Elements in Macromolecules: quick energy, energy storage, structure, Examples: sugars ,starches, cellulose, glycogen

Examples of Carbohydrates: Dairy, Fruit, Grains, Starchy Vegetables