Structure
Amino acids linked by peptide bonds
Function
Provides structure to body
Provides energy
Creates hormones
Example
Enzymes
Muscles
Skin
Hormones
Structure
Nucleotide bonded by phosphate groups
Subgroup
RNA
DNA
Function
Stores Genetic Code of all life forms
Participate in protein synthesis
Subgroups
Monosaccharides
Monomer
Disaccharides
Polysaccharides
Structure
Consists of Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen
Functions
Provide body with energy and store it
Use of spare protein and fat
Provides structure to cells
Examples
Glucose
Galactose
Sucrose
Starch
Lactose
Cellulose
Subgroups
Triglycerides
Phospholipids
Steroids
Structure
Fatty acids are tied to glycerol molecule
3 Hydroxl groups, each bound to an atom
Functions
Store energy
Chemical Messenger
Cell Protection
Examples
Olive Oil
Peanuts
Butter
Waxes