Obj. Students will learn the basic properties of a Nucleic Acid and demonstrate knowledge of biomolecules through poster project. Pgs.:9-10 Heading: Nucleic Acids Homework: SILENTLY complete the Do First and glue on page 9 SILENTLY update notebook
Do First DO FIRST (PG 9) 1.Which biomolecule… a.Makes up hair, nails, and feathers?c. Provides cells with cushioning b.Gives marathon runners energy?d. Provides animals with insulation for the winter? 2. Label each of the following formulas as a carbohydrate, lipid, or protein and explain your choice: A.C 6 H 12 O 6 : B.C 4 H 8 O 8 : C.C H N O S 321 : D.C 13 H 9 N 3 O 2 :
Nucleic Acids
Functions of Nucleic Acids Contain genetic material Nucleic acids hold information that our body uses to make proteins
Monomers of Nucleic Acids NUCLEOTIDES are the monomers of nucleic acids
Nucleotides are made of… 1 phosphate 1 sugar 1 nitrogen base
What is the monomer of nucleic acids? Nucleotides What are the parts of a nucleotide? Phosphate, Sugar, Nitrogenous Base QUICK CHECKS
Examples of nucleic acids DNA (double helix) RNA (single strand)
What do nucleic acids do for our bodies? Store genetic material, help make proteins QUICK CHECKS
Independent Practice What is the monomer of a lipid? Why do large groups of lipids form? Are lipids polymers? Why or why not? What is the monomer of a nucleic acid? What are the three parts of the nucleic acid monomer? What do nucleic acids do for our bodies?