Molecules
By: Jacob Prather
Protein
Polymer: Protein is one of many natural polymers
Functions: Structural support, Transport, Cell communicating, Movement, and Defense.
Protein is made up of carbon, and carbon makes up everything pretty much, and mostly meat you get protein froms
Carbohydrates
Polymer: disaccharides
Function: Supply energy for the body especially the brain, and nervous system
Bad examples are cereal, crackers, cakes, flours, jams, bread, and potato products
Good examples are fruit, veggies, nuts, yogurt, beans, and whole grains
Lipids
Polymer: glycerol
Function: They store energy in the fats
Ice cream, butter, cheeseburgers, oils, fries, hotdogs, and doughnuts are all examples
Nucleic Acid
Polymer: DNA, and RNA
Function: It's how you get your parents genes and transporting information
Examples: cytosine, guanine, thymine, uracil, and adenine