Monomer
-Carbs : monosaccharide
-Lipids: glycerol & fatty acids
-Protiens: amino acids
-Nucleic Acid: nucleotide
Polymer
-Carbs: polysaccharide
-Lipids: same as monomer
-Proteins: protein/polypeptide chain
-Nucleic Acid: nucleic acid (DNA)
CHONP
-Carbs: CHO
-Lipids: CHO
-Protiens: CHON
-Nucleic Acid: CHONP
Function/Purpose
- Carbs: body's primary source of energy
-Lipids: energy source (long term), cell membranes, hormones
-Protiens: needed for growth and restoration
-Nucleic Acid: Genetic information storage and protein synthesis
Examples
- Carbs: starches, cellulose
- Lipids: oil, wax, fat
- Protein: muscle, hair, nails, enzymes
- Nucleic Acids: DNA, RNA
