Intro- Macro molecules

Proteins (organic or biomolecules)

Long-chain macromolecules that consist of a linear sequence of amino acids connected by peptide bonds.

Amino Acids

Building block/basic unit/monomer of proteins.

Enzymes

Molecules that are necessary in small quantities to allow a biochemical reaction.

Hormones

Molecules that exercise regulatory control over body functions such as growth and development, produced by endocrine glands.

Antibodies

Primary defense mechanism of the body against infection and disease.

Antigen

The molecular configuration of an antibody, precise for attacking a specific invasive or infectious agent.

Lipid or Fats (organic or biomolecules)

Composed of glycerol and fatty acid, present in all body tissues, structural component of cell membranes.

Glycerol + Fatty Acids

Forms fat molecules.

Functions of Lipids

Thermal insulation, energy storage, structural components of cell membranes.

Carbohydrates (organic or biomolecules)

Also called saccharides, monomers are monosaccharides.

Function of Carbohydrates

Provides fuel for cell metabolism.

Glucose

Ultimate molecule that fuels the body.

Nucleic Acid

Stores and transmits genetic information.

DNA

Command/control molecule for cell function, contains hereditary information, rarest molecule, most critical and radiosensitive molecule.

DNA Bases

A, T, C, G.

RNA

Found in the nucleus and cytoplasm, assists in protein synthesis.

Types of RNA

Messenger RNA (mRNA) and Transfer RNA (tRNA).

RNA Bases

A, U, C, G.