Lindemann - Macromolecules

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Lindemann - Macromolecules

Nucleic Acids

Examples: -DNA -RNA

Made of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphorous

Functions: -Stores and transmits hereditary information

Nucleotides

Proteins

Examples: -Muscle -Hair -Fingernails/Claws -Skin -Enzymes -Hormones

Made of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen

Functions: -Hormones -Movement -Immune system -Enzymes -Transport

Amino Acids

Lipids

Examples: -Fats -Oils -Steroids -Phospholipids -Waxes

Functions: -Energy storage -Cushions organs -Insulates body

Triglycerides

Carbohydates

Examples: -Sugars -Starches -Cellulose -Glycogen

Made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen

Functions: -Quick energy -Energy storage -Structure

Monosacharides