Unit 2 ~ Learning Guide

Size: px
Start display at page:

Download "Unit 2 ~ Learning Guide"

Transcription

1 Unit 2 ~ Learning Guide Name: INSTRUCTIONS Complete the following notes and questions as you work through the related lessons. You are required to have this package completed BEFORE you write your unit test. Do your best and ask questions about anything that you don't understand BEFORE you write the unit test. U2L1 NOTES: INTRODUCTION (web notes) Carbon is the basic element for life. It is a non-metal that must bond with other non-metals to become stable. When two non-metals bond together they form covalent bonds. Covalent bonds are formed when a pair of atoms share electrons ( ). Atoms will share electrons in order to complete the complement of electrons in their outermost electron shell. Carbon can share electrons with as many as 4 other atoms to form chains or rings. IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED CHEMISTRY 11 or 12 IN THE PAST YEAR YOU SHOULD VIEW THE TUTORIAL ON COVALENT BONDING BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! Drawing each bond in a molecule as two dots gets old very fast. To save time chemists usually depict a bond as a line drawn from to another. Such representations are called structures rather than Lewis electron dot structures. Rings can also form: for the unit molecules, which make up the life compounds. On the right is a carbon ring which is classified as a carbohydrate. Examples: of life compounds are,, and Nucleic Acids. Page 1 of 38

2 Dehydration Synthesis Unit molecules join together to form larger molecules called Polymers.,,, and are all polymers. To join the unit molecules (or building blocks) together, a molecule of must be removed. is taken from 1 molecule and from the other molecule. This process is called and energy is required. To help remember this chemical reaction, think of what is happening to you as you lose water - you dehydrate. The word synthesis means to make. So we are making something by taking water away. Hydrolysis If instead of making a larger molecule from smaller units we want to break down a polymer, a molecule of must be. This process is called and energy is required. Sometimes breaking words down will help you understand them. Hydro - refers to water and lysis means to break apart. The diagram on the right compares dehydration synthesis to hydrolysis. Note that condensation synthesis in the diagram refers to dehydration synthesis. Page 2 of 38

3 U2L1 PRACTICE: INTRODUCTION 1. List the 4 major classes of carbon-containing life molecules that will be studied in this unit and throughout the course? a. b. c. d. 2. Define the following terms: a. monomer b. polymer c. dehydration synthesis d. hydrolysis Page 3 of 38

4 U2L2 NOTES: CARBOHYDRATES (web notes) Carbohydrates: are sugars. We will look at 3 groups of carbohydrates;; the monosaccharides (mono - meaning one), the disaccharides (di-meaning two), and the polysaccharides (poly - meaning many). The elements in all carbohydrates are:,, and. The ratio of hydrogen atoms to oxygen atoms is always and the empirical formula for carbohydrates is 1. Sugars:. We will start by looking at the monosaccharides of which there are two groups. There are 5 carbon sugars (pentoses) and the 6 carbon sugars (hexoses). For the purpose of this unit we are only concerned with the hexose monosaccharides, but below are some examples of the pentose sugars. Note the 5 carbon rings. a) : 5 or 6 carbon sugars (simple sugars) i) Pentoses: Examples: Ribose and Deoxyribose (1 less oxygen than ribose) RIBOSE (in RNA) DEOXYRIBOSE (in DNA) As chains. As rings. Page 4 of 38

5 ii) Hexoses: (note the six carbon rings to the right) 3 example of hexoses that you need to know for this course are: fructose, glucose, and galactose. Fructose Glucose Galactose All have the formula, however if you examine their structural formulas, you will find the difference in the organization of. Looking at the 3 diagrams. You will see that all 3 monosaccharides have the exact same number of carbon to hydrogen to oxygen atoms. The difference between the 3 monosaccharides is the way these atoms are arranged. They are called. There Are Three Ways to Represent the Structure of Glucose (shown below) YOU SHOULD WATCH THE MONOSACCHARIDES VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! Page 5 of 38

6 b) Disaccharides: are They have the common formula C 12 H 22 O 11 3 Common Disaccharides along with their building blocks that you will need to know for this course are: i) Maltose: ii) Sucrose: iii) Lactose: YOU SHOULD WATCH THE DEHYDRATION SYNTHESIS OF TWO MONOSACCHARIDES VIDEO AND THE DISACCHARIDES VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! c) Polysaccharides: The 3 common polysaccharides that you need to know for this course are:,, and (be sure that you can recognize a diagram of their structure and know the function of each of these) - the polysaccharides are long chains of glucose molecules bonded together (simple sugars) - the basic formula for these polymers is (C 6 H 10 O 5 )n n = dozens to thousands of glucose units i) Starch: Is the -starch is made up of many glucose molecules bonded together in long chains with a. Structure of Starch Page 6 of 38

7 ii) Glycogen: Is the " " (in other words excess glucose in animals is stored as glycogen) in liver and muscle tissue. - like starch Glycogen is also made up of long chains of glucose molecules, however it has instead of just a few Structure of Glycogen Between meals - as [glucose] in blood decrease, the to raise blood [sugar] to 0.1%. -After meals - [glucose] in the blood increase as food is digested. The excess glucose is converted into glycogen and stored in the liver and muscle tissues for later use. iii) Cellulose: Is. -Cellulose is formed in the cell walls of plants and gives pants their structure -Cellulose is made of long chains of glucose molecules with -There is a different type of linkage between the sugars found in cellulose as compared to starch or glycogen. Page 7 of 38

8 Our digestive system is to digest this linkage. Cellulose passes through our system as. It may be important for good health and prevention of colon cancer. Structure of Cellulose Please note that each successive "glucose" is "flipped" relative to the previous one and that our body is unable to break this bond and thus, is unable to digest cellulose. As a result, cellulose serves simply as "roughage" in our diet. Functions of Carbohydrates a) (all carbohydrates) -Energy is released as the carbohydrates are broken down by hydrolysis b) (cellulose) c) (starch/glycogen) U2L2 PRACTICE: CARBOHYDRATES 1. What is the empirical formula for carbohydrates? Page 8 of 38

9 2. Define the following terms and give two examples of each. Monosaccharide- Disaccharide- Polysaccharide- 3. Name the three disaccharides that you need to know for this course. 4. Identify the building blocks or monomers that come together to form each of the disaccharides that you listed above. 5. Name the three polysaccharides that you need to know for this course. Page 9 of 38

10 6. Describe how you can distinguish the structures of each of these polysaccharides. Look at the examples closely and come up with a way to memorize which is which and then explain it (do not just simply draw each structure). 7. State the functions of each of these polysaccharides. 8. Why is cellulose considered "roughage" in our diets? Page 10 of 38

11 U2L3 NOTES: LIPIDS (web notes and video) Lipids: We eat lipids as part of our food group. Our bodies are capable of producing them as well as metabolizing them. Next to glucose, for us. Unforunately, we store them in adipose ( ) cells. They function as a,, and. The three lipids you need to know for this course are the fats, phospholipids and steroids. Lipids such as those shown above typically contain the elements: Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen but, in contrast to carbohydrates, the H:O ratio is greater than 2:1. are one of the two building blocks of neutral fats and are non-polar chains of carbon and hydrogen with a carboxylic acid end. A tremendous number of variations exist between fatty acids (be sure that you can recognize a diagram of both saturated and unsaturated fatty acids as shown below). Saturated fatty acids those compounds between the carbon atoms. In other words these molecules are holding all the hydrogen atoms that they can. Other fatty acids are unsaturated (compound with ). Structure of a Saturated versus Unsaturated Fatty Acid Chain. Please note that the circled atoms represent the carboxylic acid end to the fatty acid while the squared bonds represent the double bond or unsaturated point of the unsaturated fatty acid chain. Page 11 of 38

12 Neutral Fats Basic Structure of a Neutral Fat:. Dehydration synthesis of a triglyceride. Please note that X represents the glycerol backbone and Y represents the three fatty acid chains that come together to form the triglyceride. Monoglyceride - one fatty acid attached to a glycerol. Diglyceride - two fatty acids attached to a glycerol. Triglyceride - three fatty acids attached to a glycerol. A) Fats (saturated fats): Usually of animal origin and are. Examples: Adipose tissue, Lard, Butter Oils, Waxes, and Steroids YOU SHOULD WATCH THE NEUTRAL FATS VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! B) Oils (unsaturated fats): Usually of plant origin and are. - Polyunsaturated fats have many double bonds therefore few hydrogen bonds. Examples: Vegetable oils C) Waxes: Relatives of fats, they have fatty acids joined to a long. D) Sterolds: Compounds such as sex hormones, cholesterol, and some of the ingredients of bile. Instead of a straight chain of carbon, steroids are non-polar ring Page 12 of 38

13 structures. They are insoluble in water therefore considered a lipid. Example: - important part of cell membrane and the protective cover around nerve fibres. Note: Cholesterol is important, but too much results in. This narrows the pathway for blood so the heart has to pump harder to push the blood through the body (i.e., increase ). Cholesterol is the imporant part of the cell membrane and the protective cover around nerve fibres. such as are able to pass through cell membranes and combine with receptors in the cell. The steroid receptor complex activates certain genes leading to. Increase protein synthesis is better for the athlete for muscle development. Phospholipids YOU SHOULD WATCH THE STEROIDS VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! E) Phospholipids Phospholipids are a variation of a triglyceride where one of the 3 fatty acids is replaced with a group. (Note the glycerol backbone and 2 fatty acids along with the phosphate group) Structure of a Phospholipid. Note that the phosphate and nitrogen containing group is circled. This creates a polar region and consequently phospholipids can mix with both polar (likes water) and non-polar (dislikes water) materials. Page 13 of 38

14 Phospholipids are very important in cells as they form much of the cell membrane. The Heads of phospholipids are polar and are said to be water loving. ( ) The Tails of the phospholipids are non polar and are said to be water hating. ( ). Because they have water soluble heads and water insoluble tails they tend to form a thin film on water with their tails in the air like above. YOU SHOULD WATCH THE PHOSPHOLIPIDS VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! U2L3 PRACTICE: LIPIDS 1. What are the three major types of lipids that you need to know for this course? 2. Fill in the lipid summary table found below. Lipid Chemical Structure Biological Function Neutral Fat Page 14 of 38

15 Phospholipid Steroids 3. How do the bonds differ in a saturated versus unsaturated fatty acid tail? 4. The diagram below represents an important type of lipid: a. What type of lipid does the diagram represent? b. What cell structure is this lipid primarily responsible for forming? c. Please place a circle/oval ( ) around the glycerol backbone, a rectangle ( ) around the fatty acid tails and a cloud ( ) around the phosphate/nitrogen group. d. Identify/label which portion of the molecule is hydrophobic and which portion is hydrophilic. Page 15 of 38

16 e. Define hydrophobic and hydrophilic. Diagram for Question 4 5. Steroids have a very different structure than the other types of lipids: a. Please describe the characteristic structure of a steroid. b. Please explain why steroids are classified with other lipids. Page 16 of 38

17 c. Please identify two important steroids in the human body and briefly explain their functions. U2L4 NOTES: PROTEINS (web notes and video) Proteins Made of the elements: Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen and nitrogen. Sulfur is often present and phosphorus and iron are sometimes included. The Basic structure of all proteins are: long (or what is called a polypeptide) Amino acids - there are with the general structure like the one below Be sure that you can identify the different parts of an amino acid. Note the amine group, the carboxylic acid, the central carbon bonded to a hydrogen and finally the radical (R) group. R = A variety of other atoms that distinguish one amino acid from another. There are 20 different amino acids so there 20 different R groups. Page 17 of 38

18 YOU SHOULD WATCH THE BUILDING BLOCKS OF PROTEINS VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! Dehydration Synthesis of amino acids will result in the bonding of amino acids together and the release of. If we consider the amino acids glycine and alanine, they will bond together and produce the dipeptide "glyala". A.A are joined by a. A dipeptide has one peptide bond where a Tripeptide has two peptide bonds holding three amino acids together and so on. The order and combination of these A.A determines the type of that is produced. The term means numerous peptide bonds that join many amino acids together. Levels of Protein Structure - Primary Proteins This refers to the way in which a protein molecule is assembled and the factors that cause its specific three dimensional shape. There are four levels to protein structure of which you need to know the first 3 including the bonds that hold them in these shapes. Remember that chains of amino acids (the subunits or building blocks) which make up a protein are called. Page 18 of 38

19 The first, or primary structure as it is called, is simply a straight. Note the that bind these amino acids together. Because there are twenty different amino acids, it is easy to realize that there are literally millions of different variations of amino acid sequences - each with many (some with hundreds of) amino acids. Consequently, there are millions of proteins. Secondary Structures As the chains of amino acids get longer they begin to. This is a result of the stress on the bond angle. form between the Hydrogen of one amino acid and an Oxygen further down the chain. An alpha helix contains 3.6 amino acids per spiral. There are other secondary structures, but the alpha helix is the most common and the one you will need to know for this course. Protein Structure - Tertiary and Quaternary Structures The third level is described as. As the helix gets longer there are some amino acids that cannot fit the configuration and therefore cause. New bonds can form to hold it into a three-dimensional shape. The types of bonds are. It occurs in some protein systems,, where different three-dimensional configurations are associated with and function with each Page 19 of 38

20 other. is a well-known protein that is actually made up of the association of four 3 dimensional shapes around a central heme (iron containing) component. YOU SHOULD WATCH THE LEVELS OF PREOTEIN STUCTURE VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! Denature The weaker hydrogen and ionic bonds of the tertiary structure. They are very sensitive to thing like. If a protein's normal shape is destroyed because of such environmental conditions, it is said to be (it will not work). Without the enzyme's normal shape, the enzyme is unable to combine efficiently with its substrate and therefore, no chemical reaction will occur. Examples we can see: This is what happens when milk spoils. The protein in milk, Caesin, denatures and becomes insoluble, forming floating lumps. Egg white is protein. Excess heat denature the protein. (fried or poached) Cooking Liver. Page 20 of 38

21 Be sure you understand these 4 important points about protein/enzyme denaturing: 1. The enzyme loses its normal three dimensional shape, changing the shape of it's active site 2. Due to the change in the shape of the enzyme's active site the enzyme can no longer bind to it's substraight 3. Because the protein (or enzyme) can no longer bind to it's substrate the enzyme cannot perform it's normal function 4. Therefore,. When enzymes in the human body denature, the biochemical pathway they work in no longer functions and the result is desease or possibly even death. YOU SHOULD WATCH THE DENATURE VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! Functions of Proteins 1. FUNCTIONAL Enzymes ( ), reactions that will take 7 hours will take only a fraction of a second. 1. Maltase - Converts maltose to glucose and glucose 2. Carbonic Anhydrase: In blood, maintains blood ph - Hemoglobin - Transports O 2, CO 2, and H + Infection fighting - 2. STRUCTURAL - Keratin - Collagen - Actin/myosin - muscle fiber for movement Page 21 of 38

22 U2L4 PRACTICE: PROTEINS 1. Identify the basic building block (monomer) of all proteins. 2. Draw the generic structure of the basic building block of proteins and clearly labeling its 4 key parts. 3. A dipeptide is: a. formed by what type of reaction? b. held together by what type of bond? c. 4. Please describe the following levels of protein structure including the types of bonds that are involved: a. Primary b. Secondary Page 22 of 38

23 c. Tertiary and Quaternary 5. Describe what is meant when we say a protein/enzyme is denatured. 6. Identify at least three factors that can denature proteins/enzymes. 7. Define enzyme and give two examples of enzymes and their functions in the human body. 8. Describe what is meant by a structural protein and provide two examples in the human body. Page 23 of 38

24 U2L5 NOTES: NUCLEIC ACIDS (web notes and video) Nucleic Acids - are made up of. A nucleotide has 3 components to it, a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base. Be sure that you can label and recognize and label a nucleotide's structure. DNA and RNA There are three types of nucleic acids. are the genetic material and are involved in the functioning of chromosomes and protein synthesis and ATP. We will study DNA and RNA in more detail in a later unit. ATP ( ) One particularly important nucleic acid is the modified nucleotide known as ATP. ATP is quite simply an RNA nucleotide with an adenine base. Note the ~ line in between the phosphate groups used to indicate high energy bonds. Page 24 of 38

25 Phosphate bonds are unique in that they are very rich in energy. Cells store energy as Chemical energy in this way. In order to release the energy, an enzymes, ATPase, breaks one of the bonds, thus producing ADP (adenosine diphosphate) and energy. ADP can be recycled. We can add a phosphate group back to the ADP with a small input of energy and we get an ATP molecule back. In this way, ATP is often called the energy currency of a cell (because cells make and "spend" ATP). We can use the analogy that various forms of molecules in our body are like various forms of monetary currencies in the world such that: Molecules of the body à à à are comparable to monetary currencies Savings Bond à Bank Account à Piggy Bank à Pocket Cash Page 25 of 38

26 ATP ADP + P + Energy (7 Kcal per mole) ATP molecules can be moved all over the body. When energy is needed, the 3rd phosphate group is broken off. This results in Adenosine Diphosphate (ADP) and the release of heat energy.. YOU SHOULD WATCH THE NUCLEIC ACID VIDEO BEFORE PROCEEDING ANY FURTHER! U2L5 PRACTICE: NUCLEIC ACIDS 1. Identify the basic building block (monomer) of nucleic acids. 2. Draw the generic structure of the basic building block of nucleic acids and label its three key parts. 3. ATP is a key nucleotide in the human body: a. What does "ATP" stand for? b. What is ATP's primary function? Page 26 of 38

27 c. Does ATP release energy when it is being formed (dehydration synthesis) or broken down (hydrolysis)? ~ END OF UNIT 2 LEARNING GUIDE ~ Page 27 of 38

28 UNIT 2 ANSWER KEY U2L1 PRACTICE: INTRODUCTION 1. List the 4 major classes of carbon-containing life molecules that will be studied in this unit and throughout the course? a. b. c. d. 2. Define the following terms : a. monomer b. polymer c. dehydration synthesis d. hydrolysis U2L2 PRACTICE: CARBOHYDRATES 1. What is the empirical formula for carbohydrates? Page 28 of 38

29 2. Define the following terms and give two examples of each. Monosaccharide- Disaccharide- Polysaccharide- Page 29 of 38

30 3. Name the three disaccharides that you need to know for this course. 4. Identify the building blocks or monomers that come together to form each of the disaccharides that you listed above. 5. Name the three polysaccharides that you need to know for this course. 6. Describe how you can distinguish the structures of each of these polysaccharides. Look at the examples closely and come up with a way to memorize which is which and then explain it (do not just simply draw each structure). 7. State the functions of each of these polysaccharides. Page 30 of 38

31 8. Why is cellulose considered "roughage" in our diets? U2L3 PRACTICE: LIPIDS 1. What are the three major types of lipids that you need to know for this course? (3 marks) 2. Fill in the lipid summary table found below. Lipid Chemical Structure Biological Function Neutral Fat Page 31 of 38

32 Phospholipid Steroids 3. How do the bonds differ in a saturated versus unsaturated fatty acid tail? Page 32 of 38

33 4. The diagram below represents an important type of lipid: a. What type of lipid does the diagram represent? (1 mark) b. What cell structure is this lipid primarily responsible for forming? (1 mark) c. Please place a circle/oval ( ) around the glycerol backbone, a rectangle ( ) around the fatty acid tails and a cloud ( ) around the phosphate/nitrogen group. d. Identify/label which portion of the molecule is hydrophobic and which portion is hydrophilic. e. Define hydrophobic and hydrophilic. Diagram for Question 4 5. Steroids have a very different structure than the other types of lipids: a. Please describe the characteristic structure of a steroid. Page 33 of 38

34 b. Please explain why steroids are classified with other lipids. c. Please identify two important steroids in the human body and briefly explain their functions. U2L4 PRACTICE: PROTEINS 1. Identify the basic building block (monomer) of all proteins. 2. Draw the generic structure of the basic building block of proteins and clearly labeling its 4 key parts. 3. A dipeptide is: Page 34 of 38

35 a. formed by what type of reaction? b. held together by what type of bonds 4. Please describe the following levels of protein structure including the types of bonds that are involved: a. Primary b. Secondary c. Tertiary and Quaternary Page 35 of 38

36 5. Describe what is meant when we say a protein/enzyme is denatured? 6. Identify at least three factors that can denature proteins/enzymes. 7. Define enzyme and give two examples of enzymes and their functions in the human body. 8. Describe what is meant by a structural protein and provide two examples in the human body. Page 36 of 38

37 U2L5 PRACTICE: NUCLEIC ACIDS 1. Identify the basic building block (monomer) of nucleic acids. 2. Draw the generic structure of the basic building block of nucleic acids and label its three key parts 3. ATP is a key nucleotide in the human body: a. What does "ATP" stand for? b. What is ATP's primary function? Page 37 of 38

38 c. Does ATP release energy when it is being formed (dehydration synthesis) or broken down (hydrolysis)? Page 38 of 38

Biological Molecules. Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, and Nucleic Acids

Biological Molecules. Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, and Nucleic Acids Biological Molecules Carbohydrates, Proteins, Lipids, and Nucleic Acids Organic Molecules Always contain Carbon (C) and Hydrogen (H) Carbon is missing four electrons Capable of forming 4 covalent bonds

More information

Lesson 2. Biological Molecules. Introduction to Life Processes - SCI 102 1

Lesson 2. Biological Molecules. Introduction to Life Processes - SCI 102 1 Lesson 2 Biological Molecules Introduction to Life Processes - SCI 102 1 Carbon in Biological Molecules Organic molecules contain carbon (C) and hydrogen (H) Example: glucose (C 6 H 12 O 6 ) Inorganic

More information

BIOCHEMISTRY. How Are Macromolecules Formed? Dehydration Synthesis or condensation reaction Polymers formed by combining monomers and removing water.

BIOCHEMISTRY. How Are Macromolecules Formed? Dehydration Synthesis or condensation reaction Polymers formed by combining monomers and removing water. BIOCHEMISTRY Organic compounds Compounds that contain carbon are called organic. Inorganic compounds do not contain carbon. Carbon has 4 electrons in outer shell. Carbon can form covalent bonds with as

More information

Chemistry of Carbon. All living things rely on one particular type of molecule: carbon

Chemistry of Carbon. All living things rely on one particular type of molecule: carbon Ach Chemistry of Carbon All living things rely on one particular type of molecule: carbon Carbon atom with an outer shell of four electrons can form covalent bonds with four atoms. In organic molecules,

More information

Unit 3: Chemistry of Life Mr. Nagel Meade High School

Unit 3: Chemistry of Life Mr. Nagel Meade High School Unit 3: Chemistry of Life Mr. Nagel Meade High School IB Syllabus Statements 3.2.1 Distinguish between organic and inorganic compounds. 3.2.2 Identify amino acids, glucose, ribose and fatty acids from

More information

Macro molecule = is all the reactions that take place in cells, the sum of all chemical reactions that occur within a living organism Anabolism:

Macro molecule = is all the reactions that take place in cells, the sum of all chemical reactions that occur within a living organism Anabolism: Macromolecule Macro molecule = molecule that is built up from smaller units The smaller single subunits that make up macromolecules are known as Joining two or more single units together form a M is all

More information

Biological Chemistry. Is biochemistry fun? - Find it out!

Biological Chemistry. Is biochemistry fun? - Find it out! Biological Chemistry Is biochemistry fun? - Find it out! 1. Key concepts Outline 2. Condensation and Hydrolysis Reactions 3. Carbohydrates 4. Lipids 5. Proteins 6. Nucleic Acids Key Concepts: 1. Organic

More information

Carbon. Isomers. The Chemical Building Blocks of Life

Carbon. Isomers. The Chemical Building Blocks of Life The Chemical Building Blocks of Life Carbon Chapter 3 Framework of biological molecules consists primarily of carbon bonded to Carbon O, N, S, P or H Can form up to 4 covalent bonds Hydrocarbons molecule

More information

Bio 12 Important Organic Compounds: Biological Molecules NOTES Name:

Bio 12 Important Organic Compounds: Biological Molecules NOTES Name: Bio 12 Important Organic Compounds: Biological Molecules NOTES Name: Many molecules of life are.(means many molecules joined together) Monomers: that exist individually Polymers: Large organic molecules

More information

Macromolecules. copyright cmassengale

Macromolecules. copyright cmassengale Macromolecules 1 Organic Compounds Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules. 2 Carbon (C) Carbon has 4 electrons in outer shell. Carbon can form covalent

More information

Water: 1. The bond between water molecules is a(n) a. ionic bond b. covalent bond c. polar covalent bond d. hydrogen bond

Water: 1. The bond between water molecules is a(n) a. ionic bond b. covalent bond c. polar covalent bond d. hydrogen bond Biology 12 - Biochemistry Practice Exam KEY Water: 1. The bond between water molecules is a(n) a. ionic bond b. covalent bond c. polar covalent bond d. hydrogen bond 2. The water properties: good solvent,

More information

Organic Compounds. Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules.

Organic Compounds. Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules. Macromolecules Organic Compounds Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules. Carbon (C) Carbon has 4 electrons in outer shell. Carbon can form covalent

More information

Biology 12 - Biochemistry Practice Exam

Biology 12 - Biochemistry Practice Exam Biology 12 - Biochemistry Practice Exam Name: Water: 1. The bond between water molecules is a (n) a. ionic bond b. covalent bond c. polar covalent bond d. hydrogen bond 2. The water properties: good solvent,

More information

Macromolecules. Note: If you have not taken Chemistry 11 (or if you ve forgotten some of it), read the Chemistry Review Notes on your own.

Macromolecules. Note: If you have not taken Chemistry 11 (or if you ve forgotten some of it), read the Chemistry Review Notes on your own. Macromolecules Note: If you have not taken Chemistry 11 (or if you ve forgotten some of it), read the Chemistry Review Notes on your own. Macromolecules are giant molecules made up of thousands or hundreds

More information

Chapter 3. Table of Contents. Section 1 Carbon Compounds. Section 2 Molecules of Life. Biochemistry

Chapter 3. Table of Contents. Section 1 Carbon Compounds. Section 2 Molecules of Life. Biochemistry Biochemistry Table of Contents Section 1 Carbon Compounds Section 2 Molecules of Life Section 1 Carbon Compounds Objectives Distinguish between organic and inorganic compounds. Explain the importance of

More information

Lesson Overview. Carbon Compounds. Lesson Overview. 2.3 Carbon Compounds

Lesson Overview. Carbon Compounds. Lesson Overview. 2.3 Carbon Compounds Lesson Overview 2.3 The Chemistry of Carbon What elements does carbon bond with to make up life s molecules? Carbon can bond with many elements, including Hydrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Sulfur, and Nitrogen

More information

Carbon Compounds. Lesson Overview. Lesson Overview. 2.3 Carbon Compounds

Carbon Compounds. Lesson Overview. Lesson Overview. 2.3 Carbon Compounds Lesson Overview Carbon Compounds Lesson Overview 2.3 THINK ABOUT IT In the early 1800s, many chemists called the compounds created by organisms organic, believing they were fundamentally different from

More information

What are the molecules of life?

What are the molecules of life? Molecules of Life What are the molecules of life? Organic Compounds Complex Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids Organic Compounds Carbon- hydrogen based molecules From Structure to Function Ø Carbon

More information

The Chemical Building Blocks of Life. Chapter 3

The Chemical Building Blocks of Life. Chapter 3 The Chemical Building Blocks of Life Chapter 3 Biological Molecules Biological molecules consist primarily of -carbon bonded to carbon, or -carbon bonded to other molecules. Carbon can form up to 4 covalent

More information

Most life processes are a series of chemical reactions influenced by environmental and genetic factors.

Most life processes are a series of chemical reactions influenced by environmental and genetic factors. Biochemistry II Most life processes are a series of chemical reactions influenced by environmental and genetic factors. Metabolism the sum of all biochemical processes 2 Metabolic Processes Anabolism-

More information

Biological Molecules

Biological Molecules The Chemical Building Blocks of Life Chapter 3 Biological molecules consist primarily of -carbon bonded to carbon, or -carbon bonded to other molecules. Carbon can form up to 4 covalent bonds. Carbon may

More information

Assignment #1: Biological Molecules & the Chemistry of Life

Assignment #1: Biological Molecules & the Chemistry of Life Assignment #1: Biological Molecules & the Chemistry of Life A. Important Inorganic Molecules Water 1. Explain why water is considered a polar molecule. The partial negative charge of the oxygen and the

More information

Organic Molecules. 8/27/2004 Mr. Davenport 1

Organic Molecules. 8/27/2004 Mr. Davenport 1 Organic Molecules 8/27/2004 Mr. Davenport 1 Carbohydrates Commonly called sugars and starches Consist of C, H, O with H:O ration 2:1 Usually classified as to sugar units Monosaccharide are single sugar

More information

Macromolecules. The four groups of biomolecules or macromolecules found in living things which are essential to life are: 1. PROTEINS 1.

Macromolecules. The four groups of biomolecules or macromolecules found in living things which are essential to life are: 1. PROTEINS 1. Macromolecules The four groups of biomolecules or macromolecules found in living things which are essential to life are: 1. PROTEINS 1. CARBOHYDRATES 1. LIPIDS 1. NUCLEIC ACIDS Carbon Compounds All compounds

More information

The Structure and Function of Biomolecules

The Structure and Function of Biomolecules The Structure and Function of Biomolecules The student is expected to: 9A compare the structures and functions of different types of biomolecules, including carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic

More information

CARBOHYDRATES. Produce energy for living things Atoms? Monomer Examples? Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in 1:2:1 ratio.

CARBOHYDRATES. Produce energy for living things Atoms? Monomer Examples? Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in 1:2:1 ratio. CARBOHYDRATES Produce energy for living things Atoms? Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in 1:2:1 ratio Monomer Examples? Sugars, starches MONOSACCHARIDES--- main source of energy for cells Glucose Know formula?

More information

All living things are mostly composed of 4 elements: H, O, N, C honk Compounds are broken down into 2 general categories: Inorganic Compounds:

All living things are mostly composed of 4 elements: H, O, N, C honk Compounds are broken down into 2 general categories: Inorganic Compounds: Organic Chemistry All living things are mostly composed of 4 elements: H, O, N, C honk Compounds are broken down into 2 general categories: Inorganic Compounds: Do not contain carbon Organic compounds

More information

The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules

The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules NAME DATE Chapter 5 - The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules Guided Reading Concept 5.1: Macromolecules are polymers, built from monomers 1. The large molecules of all living things fall

More information

Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, and Nucleic Acids

Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, and Nucleic Acids Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins, and Nucleic Acids Is it made of carbohydrates? Organic compounds composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a 1:2:1 ratio. A carbohydrate with 6 carbon atoms would have

More information

The Building blocks of life. Macromolecules

The Building blocks of life. Macromolecules The Building blocks of life Macromolecules 1 copyright cmassengale 2 Organic Compounds Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules. 3 LIFE ON EARTH IS CARBON-BASED

More information

5.2 Lipids 5.21 Triglycerides 5.22 Phospholipids 5.23 Wax 5.24 Steroids. 5.3 Proteins 5.4 Nucleic Acids

5.2 Lipids 5.21 Triglycerides 5.22 Phospholipids 5.23 Wax 5.24 Steroids. 5.3 Proteins 5.4 Nucleic Acids BIOCHEMISTRY Class Notes Summary Table of Contents 1.0 Inorganic and Organic Compounds 2.0 Monomers and Polymers 3.0 Dehydration (Condensation) Synthesis 4.0 Hydrolysis Reaction 5.0 Organic Compounds 5.1

More information

Activity: Biologically Important Molecules

Activity: Biologically Important Molecules Activity: Biologically Important Molecules AP Biology Introduction We have already seen in our study of biochemistry that the molecules that comprise living things are carbon-based, and that they are thought

More information

Chapter 2 pt 2. Atoms, Molecules, and Life. Gregory Ahearn. John Crocker. Including the lecture Materials of

Chapter 2 pt 2. Atoms, Molecules, and Life. Gregory Ahearn. John Crocker. Including the lecture Materials of Chapter 2 pt 2 Atoms, Molecules, and Life Including the lecture Materials of Gregory Ahearn University of North Florida with amendments and additions by John Crocker Copyright 2009 Pearson Education, Inc..

More information

Organic Compounds. (Carbon Compounds) Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids

Organic Compounds. (Carbon Compounds) Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids Organic Compounds (Carbon Compounds) Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids Carbon s Bonding Behavior Outer shell of carbon has 4 electrons; can hold 8 Each carbon atom can form covalent bonds with

More information

Biological Molecules

Biological Molecules Chemical Building Blocks of Life Chapter 3 Biological Molecules Biological molecules consist primarily of -carbon bonded to carbon, or -carbon bonded to other molecules. Carbon can form up to 4 covalent

More information

Organic Compounds. Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules.

Organic Compounds. Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules. Macromolecules 1 Organic Compounds Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. Macromolecules are large organic molecules. 2 Carbon (C) Carbon has 4 electrons in outer shell. Carbon can form covalent

More information

Macromolecules. 3. There are several levels of protein structure, the most complex of which is A) primary B) secondary C) tertiary D) quaternary

Macromolecules. 3. There are several levels of protein structure, the most complex of which is A) primary B) secondary C) tertiary D) quaternary Macromolecules 1. If you remove all of the functional groups from an organic molecule so that it has only carbon and hydrogen atoms, the molecule become a molecule. A) carbohydrate B) carbonyl C) carboxyl

More information

Chapter 2 The Chemistry of Life Part 2

Chapter 2 The Chemistry of Life Part 2 Chapter 2 The Chemistry of Life Part 2 Carbohydrates are Polymers of Monosaccharides Three different ways to represent a monosaccharide Carbohydrates Carbohydrates are sugars and starches and provide

More information

BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES. Although many inorganic compounds are essential to life, the vast majority of substances in living things are organic compounds.

BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES. Although many inorganic compounds are essential to life, the vast majority of substances in living things are organic compounds. BIOLOGY 12 BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES NAME: Although many inorganic compounds are essential to life, the vast majority of substances in living things are organic compounds. ORGANIC MOLECULES: Organic molecules

More information

Carbon Compounds (2.3) (Part 1 - Carbohydrates)

Carbon Compounds (2.3) (Part 1 - Carbohydrates) Carbon Compounds (2.3) (Part 1 - Carbohydrates) The Chemistry of Carbon (Organic Chemistry) Organic Chemistry: The study of compounds that contain bonds between carbon atoms. Carbon can bond with many

More information

Chapter 3 Guided Reading Notes Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life

Chapter 3 Guided Reading Notes Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life AP Biology Name: Block Chapter 3 Guided Reading Notes Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life Most of this chapter is new material. We will discuss it all in detail. Section 1 1. Make an electron distribution

More information

Biological Molecules Ch 2: Chemistry Comes to Life

Biological Molecules Ch 2: Chemistry Comes to Life Outline Biological Molecules Ch 2: Chemistry Comes to Life Biol 105 Lecture 3 Reading Chapter 2 (pages 31 39) Biological Molecules Carbohydrates Lipids Amino acids and Proteins Nucleotides and Nucleic

More information

Lesson Overview. Carbon Compounds. Lesson Overview. 2.3 Carbon Compounds

Lesson Overview. Carbon Compounds. Lesson Overview. 2.3 Carbon Compounds Lesson Overview 2.3 THINK ABOUT IT In the early 1800s, many chemists called the compounds created by organisms organic, believing they were fundamentally different from compounds in nonliving things. We

More information

Biology: Life on Earth Chapter 3 Molecules of life

Biology: Life on Earth Chapter 3 Molecules of life Biology: Life on Earth Chapter 3 Molecules of life Chapter 3 Outline 3.1 Why Is Carbon So Important in Biological Molecules? p. 38 3.2 How Are Organic Molecules Synthesized? p. 38 3.3 What Are Carbohydrates?

More information

Chapter 5: The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules

Chapter 5: The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules Chapter 5: The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules 1. Name the four main classes of organic molecules found in all living things. Which of the four are classified as macromolecules. Define

More information

Chapter 3- Organic Molecules

Chapter 3- Organic Molecules Chapter 3- Organic Molecules CHNOPS Six of the most abundant elements of life (make up 95% of the weight of all living things)! What are they used for? Structures, enzymes, energy, hormones, DNA How do

More information

All living things are mostly composed of 4 elements: H, O, N, C honk Compounds are broken down into 2 general categories: Inorganic Compounds:

All living things are mostly composed of 4 elements: H, O, N, C honk Compounds are broken down into 2 general categories: Inorganic Compounds: Biochemistry Organic Chemistry All living things are mostly composed of 4 elements: H, O, N, C honk Compounds are broken down into 2 general categories: Inorganic Compounds: Do not contain carbon Organic

More information

The Atoms of Life. What are other elements would you expect to be on this list? Carbon Hydrogen Nitrogen Oxygen Phosphorous Sulfur (sometimes)

The Atoms of Life. What are other elements would you expect to be on this list? Carbon Hydrogen Nitrogen Oxygen Phosphorous Sulfur (sometimes) Macromolecules The Atoms of Life The most frequently found atoms in the body are Carbon Hydrogen Nitrogen Oxygen Phosphorous Sulfur (sometimes) What are other elements would you expect to be on this list?

More information

Chp 2 (cont.) Organic Molecules. Spider s web and close up of capture strand - spider silk protein

Chp 2 (cont.) Organic Molecules. Spider s web and close up of capture strand - spider silk protein Chp 2 (cont.) Organic Molecules Spider s web and close up of capture strand - spider silk protein 1! Molecular Diversity is Based on Carbon An organic molecule contains both carbon and hydrogen. Ex: Methane

More information

The Structure and Function of Macromolecules

The Structure and Function of Macromolecules 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 smaller sub-units bonded together. What is a monomer?

More information

Chapter 5: The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules

Chapter 5: The Structure and Function of Large Biological Molecules Name Period Concept 5.1 Macromolecules are polymers, built from monomers 1. The large molecules of all living things fall into just four main classes. Name them. 2. Circle the three classes that are called

More information

Biology Chapter 5. Biological macromolecules

Biology Chapter 5. Biological macromolecules Biology Chapter 5 Biological macromolecules Small molecules (like water and NaCl) have certain properties that arise from the bonds which hold atoms together in a particular arrangement. Many of the molecules

More information

Unit #2: Biochemistry

Unit #2: Biochemistry Unit #2: Biochemistry STRUCTURE & FUNCTION OF FOUR MACROMOLECULES What are the four main biomolecules? How is each biomolecule structured? What are their roles in life? Where do we find them in our body?

More information

6/15/2015. Biological Molecules. Outline. Organic Compounds. Organic Compounds - definition Functional Groups Biological Molecules. What is organic?

6/15/2015. Biological Molecules. Outline. Organic Compounds. Organic Compounds - definition Functional Groups Biological Molecules. What is organic? Biological Molecules Biology 105 Lecture 3 Reading: Chapter 2 (pages 29 39) Outline Organic Compounds - definition Functional Groups Biological Molecules Carbohydrates Lipids Amino Acids and Proteins Nucleotides

More information

Molecule - two or more atoms held together by covalent bonds. Ex. = water, H O

Molecule - two or more atoms held together by covalent bonds. Ex. = water, H O ORGANIC CHEMISTRY NOTES Why study carbon? ORGANIC CHEMISTRY NOTES Why study carbon? * All of life is built on carbon * Cells are made up of about 72% water 3% salts (NaCl, and K) 25% carbon compounds which

More information

Chapter Three (Biochemistry)

Chapter Three (Biochemistry) Chapter Three (Biochemistry) 1 SECTION ONE: CARBON COMPOUNDS CARBON BONDING All compounds can be classified in two broad categories: organic compounds and inorganic compounds. Organic compounds are made

More information

Biomolecules. Biomolecules. Carbohydrates. Biol 219 Lec 3 Fall Polysaccharides. Function: Glucose storage Fig. 2.2

Biomolecules. Biomolecules. Carbohydrates. Biol 219 Lec 3 Fall Polysaccharides. Function: Glucose storage Fig. 2.2 Biomolecules Biomolecules Monomers Polymers Carbohydrates monosaccharides polysaccharides fatty acids triglycerides Proteins amino acids polypeptides Nucleic Acids nucleotides DNA, RNA Carbohydrates Carbohydrates

More information

Biology Kevin Dees. Biology Chapter 5. Biological macromolecules

Biology Kevin Dees. Biology Chapter 5. Biological macromolecules Biology Chapter 5 Biological macromolecules Small molecules (like water and NaCl) have certain properties that arise from the bonds which hold atoms together in a particular arrangement. Many of the molecules

More information

Macromolecules Chapter 2.3

Macromolecules Chapter 2.3 Macromolecules Chapter 2.3 E.Q. What are the 4 main macromolecues found in living things and what are their functions? Carbon-Based Molecules Why is carbon called the building block of life? Carbon atoms

More information

The Carbon Atom (cont.)

The Carbon Atom (cont.) Organic Molecules Organic Chemistry The chemistry of the living world. Organic Molecule a molecule containing carbon and hydrogen Carbon has 4 electrons in its outer shell and can share electrons with

More information

Biochemistry Macromolecules and Enzymes. Unit 02

Biochemistry Macromolecules and Enzymes. Unit 02 Biochemistry Macromolecules and Enzymes Unit 02 Organic Compounds Compounds that contain CARBON are called organic. What is Carbon? Carbon has 4 electrons in outer shell. Carbon can form covalent bonds

More information

Bio 12 Chapter 2 Test Review

Bio 12 Chapter 2 Test Review Bio 12 Chapter 2 Test Review 1.Know the difference between ionic and covalent bonds In order to complete outer shells in electrons bonds can be Ionic; one atom donates or receives electrons Covalent; atoms

More information

BIOLOGY 111. CHAPTER 2: The Chemistry of Life Biological Molecules

BIOLOGY 111. CHAPTER 2: The Chemistry of Life Biological Molecules BIOLOGY 111 CHAPTER 2: The Chemistry of Life Biological Molecules The Chemistry of Life : Learning Outcomes 2.4) Describe the significance of carbon in forming the basis of the four classes of biological

More information

Essential Biology 3.2 Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins. 1. Define organic molecule.

Essential Biology 3.2 Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins. 1. Define organic molecule. 1. Define organic molecule. An organic molecule is a molecule that contains carbon and is found in living things. There are many organic molecules in living things. The same (or very similar) molecules

More information

Chapter 3 The Molecules of Life

Chapter 3 The Molecules of Life Chapter 3 The Molecules of Life State Standards Standard 1.h. Standard 5.a. Standard 4.e. Organic Molecules A cell is mostly water. The rest of the cell consists mostly of carbon based molecules organic

More information

BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES REVIEW-UNIT 1 1. The factor being tested in an experiment is the A. data. B. variable. C. conclusion. D. observation. 2.

BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES REVIEW-UNIT 1 1. The factor being tested in an experiment is the A. data. B. variable. C. conclusion. D. observation. 2. BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES REVIEW-UNIT 1 1. The factor being tested in an experiment is the A. data. B. variable. C. conclusion. D. observation. 2. A possible explanation for an event that occurs in nature is

More information

Macromolecules. Honors Biology

Macromolecules. Honors Biology Macromolecules onors Biology 1 The building materials of the body are known as macromolecules because they can be very large There are four types of macromolecules: 1. Proteins 2. Nucleic acids 3. arbohydrates

More information

INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC COMPOUNDS. Copyright 2009 Pearson Education, Inc.

INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC COMPOUNDS. Copyright 2009 Pearson Education, Inc. INTRODUCTION TO ORGANIC COMPOUNDS 3.1 I can explain why carbon is unparalleled in its ability to form large, diverse molecules. Diverse molecules found in cells are composed of carbon bonded to other elements

More information

Biochemistry. 2. Besides carbon, name 3 other elements that make up most organic compounds.

Biochemistry. 2. Besides carbon, name 3 other elements that make up most organic compounds. Biochemistry Carbon compounds Section 3-1 1. What is an organic compound? 2. Besides carbon, name 3 other elements that make up most organic compounds. 3. Carbon dioxide, CO 2, is NOT an organic compound.

More information

A. Lipids: Water-Insoluble Molecules

A. Lipids: Water-Insoluble Molecules Biological Substances found in Living Tissues Lecture Series 3 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function A. Lipids: Water-Insoluble Lipids can form large biological molecules, but these aggregations

More information

NOTE: For studying for the final, you only have to worry about those with an asterix (*)

NOTE: For studying for the final, you only have to worry about those with an asterix (*) NOTE: For studying for the final, you only have to worry about those with an asterix (*) (*)1. An organic compound is one that: a. contains carbon b. is slightly acidic c. forms long chains d. is soluble

More information

BIOMOLECULES. Ms. Bosse Fall 2015

BIOMOLECULES. Ms. Bosse Fall 2015 BIOMOLECULES Ms. Bosse Fall 2015 Biology Biology is the study of the living world. Bio = life Major Molecules of Life Macromolecules giant molecules found in living cells; made from thousands of smaller

More information

Outline. Biology 105: Biological Molecules. Carbon Review. Organic Compounds. Carbon 1/28/2016. Biological Molecules Functional Groups

Outline. Biology 105: Biological Molecules. Carbon Review. Organic Compounds. Carbon 1/28/2016. Biological Molecules Functional Groups Outline Biology 105: Biological Molecules Lecture 3 Reading: Chapter 2, Pages 29-40 Organic Compounds Functional Groups Biological Molecules Carbohydrates Lipids Amino acids and Proteins Nucleotides and

More information

Copy into Note Packet and Return to Teacher Section 3 Chemistry of Cells

Copy into Note Packet and Return to Teacher Section 3 Chemistry of Cells Copy into Note Packet and Return to Teacher Section 3 Chemistry of Cells Objectives Summarize the characteristics of organic compounds. Compare the structures and function of different types of biomolecules.

More information

3. Hydrogen bonds form between which atoms? Between an electropositive hydrogen and an electronegative N, O or F.

3. Hydrogen bonds form between which atoms? Between an electropositive hydrogen and an electronegative N, O or F. Chemistry of Life Answers 1. Differentiate between an ionic and covalent bond. Provide an example for each. Ionic: occurs between metals and non-metals, e.g., NaCl Covalent: occurs between two non-metals;

More information

Macromolecules Carbohydrates A COMPLEX COLORING EXPERIENCE

Macromolecules Carbohydrates A COMPLEX COLORING EXPERIENCE Macromolecules Carbohydrates A COMPLEX COLORING EXPERIENCE Name: Per: Date: All plants, animals and microorganisms use carbohydrates as sources of energy. Carbohydrates are also used as structural building

More information

Carbon s Bonding Pattern

Carbon s Bonding Pattern Organic Compounds It used to be thought that only living things could synthesize the complicated carbon compounds found in cells German chemists in the 1800 s learned how to do this in the lab, showing

More information

Elements & Macromolecules in Organisms

Elements & Macromolecules in Organisms Name: Period: Date: Elements & Macromolecules in Organisms Most common elements in living things are carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, and oxygen. These four elements constitute about 95% of your body weight.

More information

Organic Chemistry. Organic chemistry is the chemistry of carbon compounds. Biochemistry is the study of carbon compounds that crawl.

Organic Chemistry. Organic chemistry is the chemistry of carbon compounds. Biochemistry is the study of carbon compounds that crawl. Organic Chemistry Organic chemistry is the chemistry of carbon compounds. Biochemistry is the study of carbon compounds that crawl. Organic Compounds - have carbon bonded to other atoms and determine structure/function

More information

Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function

Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function Reading Assignments Read Chapter 4 (Protein structure & Function) Biological Substances found in Living Tissues The big four in terms of macromolecules

More information

Biology 5A Fall 2010 Macromolecules Chapter 5

Biology 5A Fall 2010 Macromolecules Chapter 5 Learning Outcomes: Macromolecules List and describe the four major classes of molecules Describe the formation of a glycosidic linkage and distinguish between monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides

More information

Biology 12. Biochemistry. Water - a polar molecule Water (H 2 O) is held together by covalent bonds.

Biology 12. Biochemistry. Water - a polar molecule Water (H 2 O) is held together by covalent bonds. Biology 12 Biochemistry Water - a polar molecule Water (H 2 O) is held together by covalent bonds. Electrons in these bonds spend more time circulating around the larger Oxygen atom than the smaller Hydrogen

More information

CHAPTER 3. Carbon & the Molecular Diversity of Life

CHAPTER 3. Carbon & the Molecular Diversity of Life CHAPTER 3 Carbon & the Molecular Diversity of Life Carbon: The Organic Element Compounds that are synthesized by cells and contain carbon are organic So what is inorganic? Why are carbon compounds so prevalent?

More information

Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function

Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function Reading Assignments Read Chapter 4 (Protein structure & Function) Biological Substances found in Living Tissues The big four in terms of macromolecules

More information

Honors Biology Chapter 3: Macromolecules PPT Notes

Honors Biology Chapter 3: Macromolecules PPT Notes Honors Biology Chapter 3: Macromolecules PPT Notes 3.1 I can explain why carbon is unparalleled in its ability to form large, diverse molecules. Diverse molecules found in cells are composed of carbon

More information

ORgo! ORganic Chemistry - an introduction to Macromolcules

ORgo! ORganic Chemistry - an introduction to Macromolcules ORgo! ORganic Chemistry - an introduction to Macromolcules Macromolecule - an organic molecule (containing carbon atoms) made of a very large number of atoms (big). 1 4 main types of macromolecules: 1)

More information

Name: Per. HONORS: Molecules of Life

Name: Per. HONORS: Molecules of Life Name: Per. HONORS: Molecules of Life Carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are classes of organic molecules that are essential to the life processes of all living things. All three classes of molecules are

More information

2-3 Carbon Compounds 10/22/2013. The Chemistry of Carbon. More Carbon. Chemistry (cont) More Macromolecules. Macromolecules

2-3 Carbon Compounds 10/22/2013. The Chemistry of Carbon. More Carbon. Chemistry (cont) More Macromolecules. Macromolecules The Chemistry of Carbon 2-3 Carbon Compounds Because of carbons 4 valence electrons it can form covalent bonds with many other elements (octet rule) 2 Chemistry (cont) Plus, it can bond with itself More

More information

AP BIOLOGY: READING ASSIGNMENT FOR CHAPTER 5

AP BIOLOGY: READING ASSIGNMENT FOR CHAPTER 5 1) Complete the following table: Class Monomer Functions Carbohydrates 1. 3. Lipids 1. 3. Proteins 1. 3. 4. 5. 6. Nucleic Acids 1. 2) Circle the atoms of these two glucose molecules that will be removed

More information

Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function

Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function Lecture Series 2 Macromolecules: Their Structure and Function Reading Assignments Read Chapter 4 (Protein structure & Function) Biological Substances found in Living Tissues The big four in terms of macromolecules

More information

Carbon. Has four valence electrons Can bond with many elements. Can bond to other carbon atoms. Hydrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Sulfur, and Nitrogen

Carbon. Has four valence electrons Can bond with many elements. Can bond to other carbon atoms. Hydrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Sulfur, and Nitrogen Organic Compounds Carbon Has four valence electrons Can bond with many elements Hydrogen, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Sulfur, and Nitrogen Can bond to other carbon atoms Gives carbon the ability to form chains

More information

Biomolecules. The chemistry of life

Biomolecules. The chemistry of life Biomolecules The chemistry of life Knowing Word Parts can help you remember big words in Biochem Mono one, single Di two, double Poly many, much Hydro water (think: hydrate) Bio related to life (think:

More information

Macromolecules. Molecules of Life

Macromolecules. Molecules of Life Macromolecules Molecules of Life Learning Objectives know the difference between a dehydration synthesis reaction and a hydrolysis reaction know the different types of biological macromolecules be able

More information

Organic Compounds. Biology-CP Mrs. Bradbury

Organic Compounds. Biology-CP Mrs. Bradbury Organic Compounds Biology-CP Mrs. Bradbury Carbon Chemistry The compounds that form the cells and tissues of the body are produced from similar compounds in the foods you eat. Common to most foods and

More information

2.3 Carbon-Based Molecules. KEY CONCEPT Carbon-based molecules are the foundation of life.

2.3 Carbon-Based Molecules. KEY CONCEPT Carbon-based molecules are the foundation of life. KEY CONCEPT Carbon-based molecules are the foundation of life. Carbon atoms have unique bonding properties. Carbon forms covalent bonds with up to four other atoms, including other carbon atoms. Carbon-based

More information

Biomolecules. Unit 3

Biomolecules. Unit 3 Biomolecules Unit 3 Atoms Elements Compounds Periodic Table What are biomolecules? Monomers vs Polymers Carbohydrates Lipids Proteins Nucleic Acids Minerals Vitamins Enzymes Triglycerides Chemical Reactions

More information

Organic Molecules. Contain C

Organic Molecules. Contain C Contain C Organic Molecules Can form 4 strong covalent bonds Ergo can form many complex, stable molecules Chemistry of life is complex, and requires complex molecules However, several kinds of molecules

More information

The. Crash Course. Basically, almost all living things are made up of these 4 Elements: - Carbon (C) - Nitrogen (N) - Hydrogen (H) - Oxygen (O)

The. Crash Course. Basically, almost all living things are made up of these 4 Elements: - Carbon (C) - Nitrogen (N) - Hydrogen (H) - Oxygen (O) The Biochemistry Crash Course Basically, almost all living things are made up of these 4 Elements: - Carbon (C) - Nitrogen (N) - Hydrogen (H) - Oxygen (O) This exercise is designed to familiarize you with

More information