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Macromolecule Map
Macromolecule Map
Nucleic Acids
Functions: Stores and transmits hereditary information
Examples: DNA and RNA
Characteristics: It has 3 parts, a base, a pentose sugar, and a phosphate group
Elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Phosphorus
Monomer: Nucleotide
Carbohydrates
Characteristics: The elements are found in a 1:2:1 ratio,
Examples: Sugar, Starches, Cellulose, Glycogen
Functions: Quick and Stored Energy
Monomer: Monosaccharides
Lipids
Characteristics: The defining properties of lipids are that it's non polar and its hydrophobic
Examples: Fats, Oils, Phospholipids, Steroids, Waxes
Functions: Energy storage, 2x carbs, cushions organs
Elements: Carbon,Hydrogen, Oxygen
Monomer: Triglyceride
Protein
Subtopic
Characteristics: There are 20 different Amino Acids and there are Amino Acid chains which are connected by Peptide Bonds
Examples: Fingernails, Skin, Hair, Enzymes, Hormones
Functions: Hormones, muscle, immune system, protects against germs
Elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen
Monomer: Amino Acids