Macromolecules Concept Map

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Macromolecule Concept Map

Carbohydrates

chitin- insects

cellulose - plants

glycogen- animals

starch - plants

sucrose

galactose

lactose

glucose

Store and release Energy

Dietary Fiber

Cellular and Protein recognition

Polysaccharides

Disaccharides

Monosaccharides

C:H:O 1:2:1

Nucleic Acids

To store genetic code

DNA

RNA

Nucleotides

CHONP -5-C ribose, phosphate, nitrogenous base

Proteins

some hormones

skin

muscles

enzymes

involved in creating hormones

source of energy

give structure to our bodies

Polypeptide

Dipeptide

Amino Acids

CHON -NH2+-COOH + group

Lipids

Examples

paraffin

testosterone

progesterone

collesterol

cell membrane

olive oil

soft margarine

butter

repel water

chemical messengers

cell protection

High calorie foods, energy storage

Subgroups

Waxes

Steroids

Phospholipids

Polyunsaturated

Monounsaturated

Saturated

Monomers

Triglyceride

Basic formula

CHO Greater than 2:1 H:O ratio (carboxyl group)

Function

Store energy