Organic Macromolecules Needed for Life
Carbohydrates
C, H,O
Monosaccharide
Quick
& LongLasting
Energy
Found in Plants
Cell Wall;
Dairy, cheese
Grains, fruits,
Vegetables, Dairy
(lactose), pasta,
bread, sugar, honey
Lipids
C,H,O
Glycerol &
Fatty Acids
Storage
of
Energy
Found in animals
Cell Membrane;
bacon fat, butter,
Lard, milk,
Proteins
C,H,O,N
Amino Acids
Nucleic
Acids
C,H,O,P,N
Nucleotides
Repair
cells
builds muscle;
Enzymes
Stores
genetic
information &
makes proteins
meat, fish,
poultry, beans,
legumes, nuts
DNA, RNA