Категории: Все - carbohydrates - lipids - functions - monomers

по Camden Baucom 6 лет назад

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Macromolecules

Large biological molecules, or macromolecules, play essential roles in the structure and function of living organisms. Proteins, constructed from amino acids linked by peptide bonds, are involved in various functions such as enzymatic reactions, immune response, movement, and hormonal regulation.

Macromolecules

Macro-molecules

Carbohydrates

Cellulose is the reason for carnivores and herbivores. Cellulose is found in all plants (All plants have cell walls) but not all animals can digest cellulose leading to some animals being herbivores (Those that can digest cellulose) and some animals being carnivores(Those that can not digest cellulose.)
Sugar
Starches
Cellulose (Cell Wall)
Glycogen
Structure
Quick Energy
Monosaccharides

Nucleic Acids

Stored information is passed from parent to offspring
Series of bases encodes information
Transmit Hereditary Information
Store Hereditary Information
Nuleotide
RNA (Ribonucleic Acid)
DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)
RNA is a single nucleotide chain, while DNA is a double nucleotide chain spiraled in a double helix.
Phosphorous

Lipids

Lipids are Non-Polar and Hydrophobic (Doesn't like water.)
Energy Storage
Cushions Organs
Insulates Body
Triglycerides
Phospholipids
Steroids
Waxes
Oils
Fats

Proteins

Monomer
Amino Acid
Unique Characteristics
Amino Acids are linked by peptide bonds. Each amino acid is the same except for the variable (function) group
Elements
Nitrogen
Carbon
Oxygen
Hydrogen
Functions
Immune System
Movement
Examples
Hair
Enzymes
Fingernails, Claws
Hormones
Muscle
Skin