Macromolecules

Carbohydrates

Lipids

-A compound made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms; a type of nutrient that is the main source of energy for the body.

-Living things use carbohydrates as their main source of energy.

-A macromolecule made mostly from carbon and hydrogen atoms; includes fats, oils, and waxes.

Monomers- simple sugars & monosaccharides

Simple sugars include: glucose, galactose, & sucrose

-Generally do not dissolve in water and are made mostly of carbon and hydrogen atoms.
-Some lipids store energy, and others from biological membranes

Monomers- glycerol & fatty acids

Function- store long term energy and are parts of membranes and waterproof coverings

Function- short term energy and give structural support for living things