AP BIO Unit 1: Carbohydrates

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What are Macromolecules?

1. Carbohydrates

2. Proteins

3. Nucleic Acids

4. Lipids

What are Carbohydrates ? (include compositions and more)

Composed of: C, H, & O - Ratio 1:2:1

Monomers: Monosaccharide

Polymers: Polysaccaride

Terms that help remember what Carbohydrates are composed of?

Carbo = Carbon (C)

Hydrate = Hydroxy —> Carbon (C) + Nitrogen (N)

What are Monomers?

Small, individual molecular units that chemically bond together to form larger, more complex molecules.

Think of them as individual Lego bricks that link up to create a larger structure.

What are Common Monomers ?

Amino (amino acids) and Monosacccharides

What do Amino Acids and Monosaccharides form/create ?

Aminos (amino acids): Build protein and nucleotide which forms DNA and RNA

Monosacccharides: Creates Carbohydrates

What is a common Monosaccaride ?

Glucose

What are Polymers?

What are disaccharides

Two monomers (attached together)