The Importance of Biomolecules and Polymers in Life
This article discusses the molecular basis of life, the formation of polymers, and the four major types of biomolecules- carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. It also highlights the significance of carbohydrates as a source of energy and structure.
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1. Biomolecules Biomolecules Molecular basis of life
2. Polymers mer means unit mono means one Monomer-one unit poly means many Polymer-many units Polymers are made of many monomers
3. Biomolecules Four majors types of Biomolecules Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids
4. Carbohydrates Monomer-simple sugar like glucose Stores energy and provides structure Simple Sugars Glycogen Starch in plants Blank
5. Candy Question What are lipids?
6. Lipids Used to store energy One gram of fat contains over twice the energy of one gram of carbohydrate Important categories Fats, Oils, Waxes Steroids Phospholipids Structure Glycerol molecule + 3 fatty acids
7. Proteins Monomer-amino acid Provide structure and help chemical reactions Enzymes-speed up chemical reactions
33. Candy Question What is the last type of biomolecule? What is a common name for this type of biomolecule?
34. Monomer-Nucleotide Stores and transmits genetic information Two types Deoxyribonucleic acid DNA Ribonucleic acid - RNA Nucleic Acids
35. Candy Question What is the relationship between a monomer and a polymer?
36. Candy Question Without looking, name the four types of biomolecules.
37. Candy Question What do enzymes do?
