Organic Macromolecules

Graphic Organizer

Organic Molecule

Carbohydrates

Major Functions Building Blocks Examples

Lipids

Proteins

Nucleic Acids

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• Major Functions– Quick Source of Energy

• Building Blocks– Monosaccharides (Glucose)

• Examples– Glucose– Starches– Sugars

Carbohydrates

• Major Functions– Energy Storage– Form Cell Membrane– Insulation– Water-proofing

• Building Blocks– Fatty Acids– Glycerol

• Examples– Phospholipids– Oils– Waxes– Cholesterol

Lipids

• Major Functions– Immune Response– Hormones– Speed up Reactions

(enzymes)– Build and Repair Tissues

• Building Blocks– Amino Acids

• Examples– Enzymes– Hemoglobin– Muscle Fibers

Proteins

• Major Functions– Store and Transmit Hereditary Information

• Building Blocks– Nucleotides• 5-Carbon Sugar, Nitrogen base, phosphate group

• Examples– DNA– RNA

Nucleic Acids