The Structure and Function of Macromolecules. I. Polymers What is a polymer? Poly = many; mer = part. A polymer is a large molecule consisting of many.
Chapter 5: The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules.
1. The important Characteristics of Carbon Forms 4 covalent bonds Forms double and triple bonds Forms long chains and rings Can bind with many other.
Lab Activity 30 Digestive Enzymes Portland Community College BI 233.
What are organic molecules? Molecules of Life What are biological molecules? Compounds that contain carbon CarbohydratesLipidsProteins Nucleic Acids.
Carbohydrates Larry J Scheffler Lincoln High School 2009 Version 1.11 1.
Water: A special molecule The solvent in cells, tissues and organs is water. Four special properties of water are: 1. Hydrogen bonding Effects: cohesion,
Focus on: u Elements in each molecule u How molecules are linked and unlinked u Examples and functions of each type of molecule.
ORGANIC COMPOUNDS Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids.
Biomolecules. Most Common Elements in Living Things Carbon (C) Hydrogen (H) Oxygen (O) Nitrogen (N) Phosphorus (P) Sulfur (S)
Nutrition. Energy Units calorie - basic unit of heat kilocalorie - 1000 calories Calorie - same as kilocalorie.
© SSER Ltd.. Carbohydrates are compounds of great importance in both the biological and commercial world They are used as a source of energy in all organisms.