作者：John Lindemann 6 年以前
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Lindemann - Macromolecules
Macromolecules include proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids, each playing crucial roles in biological systems. Proteins function as hormones, enzymes, and structural components in tissues such as muscles and hair.
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Lindemann - Macromolecules Nucleic Acids Examples:
-DNA
-RNA Made of carbon, hydrogen,
oxygen, nitrogen, and
phosphorous Functions:
-Stores and transmits
hereditary information Nucleotides Proteins Examples:
-Muscle
-Hair
-Fingernails/Claws
-Skin
-Enzymes
-Hormones Made of carbon, hydrogen,
oxygen, and nitrogen Functions:
-Hormones
-Movement
-Immune system
-Enzymes
-Transport Amino Acids Lipids Examples:
-Fats
-Oils
-Steroids
-Phospholipids
-Waxes Functions:
-Energy storage
-Cushions organs
-Insulates body Triglycerides Carbohydates Examples:
-Sugars
-Starches
-Cellulose
-Glycogen Made of carbon, hydrogen,
and oxygen Functions:
-Quick energy
-Energy storage
-Structure Monosacharides
