BIOMOLECULES GROUP PROJECT
THIS PROJECT IS FOR A MAJOR GRADE!!
Group Members Names: __________________________________________________________________
Due Date: _______Biomolecule Category: ________________________________________

For this project you will be working in groups of 3 or less to create a Power Point Presentation that
conveys your knowledge of ONE of these categories of biomolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids,
& nucleic acids). You will also give an oral presentation of the information in your Power Point.
Your Power Point Presentation must include the following information:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
A title slide, 8 informational slides (10 for Pre-AP), and a bibliography slide
A definition of your group of biomolecule.
A list of elements that make up your biomolecule.
Multiple pictures of the different types of your biomolecule.
Names some common monomers and polymers that are found in your group. Be sure to explain what the
difference between a monomer and a polymer is.
The function or importance of your biomolecule in plants and/or animals.
A description and pictures of common food sources that contain your biomolecule (EXCEPT NUCLEIC ACIDS).
You will also need to research some additional topics associated with your biomolecule.
A. Carbohydrates – Include information on Mono-, Di-, and Poly- saccharides. Also research Diabetes
& Hypoglycemia. Include information on causes, symptoms and treatments.
B. Lipids – Include information on steroids/hormones and also include a comparison of Unsaturated,
Saturated & Trans fats. Also research Wolman disease and Hypercholesterolemia. Include
information on causes, symptoms and treatments.
C. Proteins – Include information on Enzymes. Also research Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
Include information on causes, symptoms and treatments.
D. Nucleic Acids – Include on the Human Genome Project and a comparison of DNA vs. RNA. Also,
research Huntington’s disease and Hemophilia. Include information on causes, symptoms and
treatments.
A list of sources used to complete the project. These sources should appear on your bibliography slide which
should be at the END of you power point. You should have at least 4 sources and give credit for all images
that you use (You may copy and paste links from the websites you use).
Your Oral Presentation must include the following:
1. An oral presentation of all of the information in your Power Point (except the bibliography)
2. You must be able to answer at least 2 questions from your classmates at the conclusion of your
presentation
PRE-AP ONLY
1. Find one example of how your macromolecule “is in the news”. It will probably involve a research project or a
new medicine being created. Do some searching of Google News (www.google.com/news ). Find an article
that you can make sense of and describe it in layman’s terms on one of your Power Point slides. You will be
evaluated on your ability to understand the article and communicate it in simple terms, so choose wisely!
Useful websites for finding information:
www.chem4kids.com/files/bio_intro.html
www.wikipedia.org
www.wisc-online.com/ListObjects.aspx
BIOMOLECULES GROUP PROJECT
THIS PROJECT IS FOR A MAJOR GRADE!!
Group Members Names: __________________________________________________________________
Due Date: _______Biomolecule Category: ________________________________________

For this project you will be working in groups of 3 or less to create a Power Point Presentation that
conveys your knowledge of ONE of these categories of biomolecules (carbohydrates, proteins, lipids,
& nucleic acids). You will also give an oral presentation of the information in your Power Point.
Your Power Point Presentation must include the following information:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
A title slide, 8 informational slides (10 for Pre-AP), and a bibliography slide
A definition of your group of biomolecule.
A list of elements that make up your biomolecule.
Multiple pictures of the different types of your biomolecule.
Names some common monomers and polymers that are found in your group. Be sure to explain what the
difference between a monomer and a polymer is.
The function or importance of your biomolecule in plants and/or animals.
A description and pictures of common food sources that contain your biomolecule (EXCEPT NUCLEIC ACIDS).
You will also need to research some additional topics associated with your biomolecule.
A. Carbohydrates – Include information on Mono-, Di-, and Poly- saccharides. Also research Diabetes
& Hypoglycemia. Include information on causes, symptoms and treatments.
B. Lipids – Include information on steroids/hormones and also include a comparison of Unsaturated,
Saturated & Trans fats. Also research Wolman disease and Hypercholesterolemia. Include
information on causes, symptoms and treatments.
C. Proteins – Include information on Enzymes. Also research Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.
Include information on causes, symptoms and treatments.
D. Nucleic Acids – Include on the Human Genome Project and a comparison of DNA vs. RNA. Also,
research Huntington’s disease and Hemophilia. Include information on causes, symptoms and
treatments.
A list of sources used to complete the project. These sources should appear on your bibliography slide which
should be at the END of you power point. You should have at least 4 sources and give credit for all images
that you use (You may copy and paste links from the websites you use).
Your Oral Presentation must include the following:
3. An oral presentation of all of the information in your Power Point (except the bibliography)
4. You must be able to answer at least 2 questions from your classmates at the conclusion of your
presentation
PRE-AP ONLY
2. Find one example of how your macromolecule “is in the news”. It will probably involve a research project or a
new medicine being created. Do some searching of Google News (www.google.com/news ). Find an article
that you can make sense of and describe it in layman’s terms on one of your Power Point slides. You will be
evaluated on your ability to understand the article and communicate it in simple terms, so choose wisely!
Useful websites for finding information:
www.chem4kids.com/files/bio_intro.html
www.wikipedia.org
www.wisc-online.com/ListObjects.aspx
BIOMOLECULES GROUP PROJECT RUBRIC
Group Members: _________________________________________ Biomolecule: _____________________
Expectation
Advanced
Proficient
Basic
Below Basic
Points
(full credit)
(3/4 credit)
(1/2 credit)
(1/4 credit)
Project
contains
a
Project
contains
5
Project
contains
4
Project contains 3
Required Information
(20 points)
Carbohydrates
Biomolecule
Specific
Research
& Information
(20
points)
Lipids
Proteins
Nucleic
Acids
Bibliography
(10 points)
Quality of Power
Point Content
(20 points)
Quality of Oral
Presentation
(20 points)
Group Work
(10 points)
Individual
Contributions
(up to -20 points)
definition, elements,
pictures of molecule,
monomers & polymers,
function, and food
sources
Project contains info on
mono/di/poly
saccharides, Diabetes
and Hypoglycemia
Project contains info on
steroid/hormone,
sat/unsat/trans fats,
Wolman disease and
Hyper-cholesterolemia
Project contains info on
enzymes, Alzheimer’s
and Parkinson’s
Project contains info on
the HGP, DNA/RNA,
Huntington’s and
Hemophilia
At least 4 reputable
sources listed.
Documentation is listed
for all images.
Project contains very
detailed information
that is presented in an
organized fashion.
PP contains all 10 slides
(12 Pre-AP)
Work done exceeds
expectations and shows
that the learners are
proud of their work. The
effort put forth into the
task was the best for the
time allowed.
Group worked very well
with each other and the
project development
was shared EQUALLY
among the group
members.
Obvious that group
member contributed
their share to the project
out of 6
expectations.
out of 6
expectations.
out of 6
expectations.
Project contains 4
out of 5
expectations.
Project contains 3
out of 5
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 5
expectations.
Project contains 3
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 1
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 3
expectations.
Project contains 3
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 1
out of 3
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 0
out of 3
expectations.
Project contains 1
out of 4
expectations.
At least 3 reputable
sources listed &
documentation is
provided for most
images.
Project contains
relevant info but it
is not very detailed
or well organized.
PP contains 8 out of
10 slides (10 Pre-AP)
Work was done with
good effort that
shows what the
learners are capable
of. It is evident that
time was put into
the project.
Group worked and
communicated with
each other well.
Some participated
more than others.
At least 2 sources
are listed and some
documentation is
provided for some
images.
Project contains
most info but it is
vague and
unorganized. PP
contains 6 out of 10
slides (8 Pre-AP)
Work was done with
fair effort, but the
quality is still not
what the learners
are capable of. It is
evident that the
work was rushed.
Group communicated
fairly well but had
some lapses. Some
students dominated
while others did not
do much.
Questionable
whether group
member contributed
their share
Sources used are
missing or very
incomplete.
Evident that group
member contributed
their share
Project is missing a
lot of information
and is unorganized.
PP contains 4 out of
10 slides (6 Pre-AP)
Work was done with
little effort. Quality
is not what the
learners are capable
of. Evident that the
work was rushed
and incomplete.
Group had poor
communication and
not all students
participated.
Apparent that group
member DID NOT
contribute their
share
Total
Points
BIOMOLECULES GROUP PROJECT RUBRIC
Group Members: _________________________________________ Biomolecule: _____________________
Expectation
Advanced
Proficient
Basic
Below Basic
Points
(full credit)
(3/4 credit)
(1/2 credit)
(1/4 credit)
Project
contains
a
Project
contains
5
Project
contains
4
Project contains 3
Required Information
(20 points)
Carbohydrates
Biomolecule
Specific
Research
& Information
(20
points)
Lipids
Proteins
Nucleic
Acids
Bibliography
(10 points)
Quality of Power
Point Content
(20 points)
Quality of Oral
Presentation
(20 points)
Group Work
(10 points)
Individual
Contributions
(up to -20 points)
definition, elements,
pictures of molecule,
monomers & polymers,
function, and food
sources
Project contains info on
mono/di/poly
saccharides, Diabetes
and Hypoglycemia
Project contains info on
steroid/hormone,
sat/unsat/trans fats,
Wolman disease and
Hyper-cholesterolemia
Project contains info on
enzymes, Alzheimer’s
and Parkinson’s
Project contains info on
the HGP, DNA/RNA,
Huntington’s and
Hemophilia
At least 4 reputable
sources listed.
Documentation is listed
for all images.
Project contains very
detailed information
that is presented in an
organized fashion.
PP contains all 10 slides
(12 Pre-AP)
Work done exceeds
expectations and shows
that the learners are
proud of their work. The
effort put forth into the
task was the best for the
time allowed.
Group worked very well
with each other and the
project development
was shared EQUALLY
among the group
members.
Obvious that group
member contributed
their share to the project
out of 6
expectations.
out of 6
expectations.
out of 6
expectations.
Project contains 4
out of 5
expectations.
Project contains 3
out of 5
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 5
expectations.
Project contains 3
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 1
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 3
expectations.
Project contains 3
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 1
out of 3
expectations.
Project contains 2
out of 4
expectations.
Project contains 0
out of 3
expectations.
Project contains 1
out of 4
expectations.
At least 3 reputable
sources listed &
documentation is
provided for most
images.
Project contains
relevant info but it
is not very detailed
or well organized.
PP contains 8 out of
10 slides (10 Pre-AP)
Work was done with
good effort that
shows what the
learners are capable
of. It is evident that
time was put into
the project.
Group worked and
communicated with
each other well.
Some participated
more than others.
At least 2 sources
are listed and some
documentation is
provided for some
images.
Project contains
most info but it is
vague and
unorganized. PP
contains 6 out of 10
slides (8 Pre-AP)
Work was done with
fair effort, but the
quality is still not
what the learners
are capable of. It is
evident that the
work was rushed.
Group communicated
fairly well but had
some lapses. Some
students dominated
while others did not
do much.
Questionable
whether group
member contributed
their share
Sources used are
missing or very
incomplete.
Evident that group
member contributed
their share
Project is missing a
lot of information
and is unorganized.
PP contains 4 out of
10 slides (6 Pre-AP)
Work was done with
little effort. Quality
is not what the
learners are capable
of. Evident that the
work was rushed
and incomplete.
Group had poor
communication and
not all students
participated.
Apparent that group
member DID NOT
contribute their
share
Total
Points