Macromolecules

Lipids

Composed of:

Carbon

Oxygen

Hydrogen

Monomer

Triglycerides

Functions

Energy Storage

Cushions Organs

Insulates body

Properties

Long Hydrocarbon Chain

Non-Polar

Hydrophobic (doesn't like water)

Examples

Fats

Oils

Phospholipids

Steriods

Waxes

Proteins

Composed of:

Carbon

Hydrogen

Oxygen

Nitrogen

Building block:

20 different amino acids

Subtopic

Functions

Hormones

Insulin

Movement

Muscle

Immune system

Protect against germs

Enzymes

Help chemical reactions

Examples

Muscles

Fingernails, claws

Skin

Hair

Enzymes

Pepsin

Hormones

Insulin

Carbohydrates

Composed Of:

Carbon

Oxygen

Hydrogen

Monomer

monosaccharide

Functions

Quick Energy

Energy Storage

Structure

Examples

Sugars

Starches

Cellulose (cell wall)

Glycogen

Nucleic Acids