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CARBOHYDRATES
Monomer –
monosaccharide (glucose)
Structural element used to
build the body
LIPIDS
Monomer – amino acids
Increase rate of reaction
as an enzyme
NUCLEIC ACIDS
Monomer – glycerol & fatty
acids
Involved in transport and
storage of molecules
PROTEINS
Monomer - nucleotides
Hormones that controls
metabolism
Provides immediate energy
Cellulose provides
structural support for cell
walls
Receptors on cell
membrane used to signal
cells
Store excess in plants as
starch
Store excess in muscles
and liver as glycogen
Glucose & sucrose are
examples
3 types - Monosaccharide,
Disaccharide &
Polysaccharide
Monomer has formula
C6H12O6
Yields twice as much
energy as carbs
Hydrophobic - insoluble in
water
Provides long-term energy
storage
Waxes, oils & steroids are
examples
Phospholipid is a
component of cell
membrane
Provides insulation,
cushioning & waterproofing
Forms peptide bonds
between monomers
2 types – saturated &
unsaturated
Stores and transmits
genetic information
Tissue defense
(antibodies)
2 types – DNA & RNA
Composed of C,H,O,N
Composed of C,H,O
Composed of C,H,O
Composed of C,H,O,N