dettra macromolucules concept map

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nucleic acid

unique characteristic: double helix.

functions: store and transfers genetic information.

elements: carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorous

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protein

unique characteristics: fold and twist into 3d shape

examples: enzymes, hair, skin, muscles, fingernails, hormones.

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functions: help make structure, enzymes, hormones, movement, immune system.

elements: carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen

amino acids

carbohydrates

unique characteristic: builds cell walls in plants.

examples: starch, glucose, cellulose, glycogen.

functions: stored and quick energy

elements: carbon, hydrogen, oxygen

lipids

unique characteristics: phospholipids make up most of cell membrane, hydrophobic, saturated fats, unsaturated fats.

examples: fats, oils, phospholipids, steroids, waxes

functions: long term energy, insulation

Elements: Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen