1. Macromolecules

2. Nucleic Acids Building Block = Nucleotides Base
Sugar-Phosphate backbone

3. Nucleic Acids
Elements: C, H, O, N, P

4. Nucleic Acids
Carry genetic information responsible for all life functions

5. Nucleic Acids
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
Ribonucleic Acid

6. Proteins

7. Proteins Building Block = amino acid (aa) Linked by peptide bonds
There are 20 varieties of aa found in our bodies
Linked by peptide bonds
Elements:
C, H, O, N

8. Proteins Provide structure in living things
Speed up chemical reactions in the body as enzymes

9. Proteins
Enzymes
AKA polypeptides

10. Carbohydrates

11. Carbohydrates
Building Block = monosaccharide (simple sugar)

12. Carbohydrates Short term energy source for living things
Elements: C, H, O

13. Carbohydrates Chemicals ending in –ose Plant parts Starch Glycogen
Glucose
Fructose
Galactose
Lactose
Plant parts
Starch
Glycogen
Cellulose

14. Lipids

15. Lipids
Building Blocks = fatty acids & triglycerides Elements: C,H, O

16. Lipids Store long term energy Form membranes in cells
Form hormones (signaling molecules)
Vitamins
Cushioning
Warmth

17. Lipids Fats Oils Cholesterol Wax Vitamins A, D, E, & K Monoglycerides
Phospholipids
Steroids