Lesson: Organic Chemistry
What are the structures and functions of the major chemical molecules that compose life?
This lesson examines the basics of organic chemistry. It looks at the elements, functions, monomers and polymers that compose the four major organic molecules. These carbon-based chemicals include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
BIO.2 The student will investigate and understand the chemical and biochemical principles essential for life. Key concepts include
a) water chemistry and its impact on life processes;
b) the structure and function of macromolecules;
• explain the role and function of the four major categories of macromolecules (lipids, carbohydrates, proteins and nucleic acids).
• identify the functions of different types of proteins and recognize the significance that their conformation play in their functions.
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Vocabulary
monomer
polymer
carbohydrate
lipid
protein
structural (hair, nails)
transport (hemoglobin, membrane proteins)
defense (antibody)
enzyme
catalyst
hormone (insulin)
nucleic acid
Warm Ups
Carbon and Water - this relates the atomic structure of carbon to its role in building large, complex organic molecules. #content
What's For Dinner - students analyze a plate of food and identify the components that make up each part of the dish. They are asked to determine which category(ies) of organic compounds are found in each. It also offers a chance to discuss the importance of a balanced, healthy diet and the old adage "You are what you eat." #content #criticalthinking
Organic Molecules - a review of the chemistry and structure/functions of organic molecules.
Enzymes - review the structure, function and relationship between shape/function of enzymes #content
Content & Presentations
Notes
Organic Molecules- describes the basic elements, monomer and polymer structure, as well as the functions of the four categories of organic molecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids)
Lecture videos
Part one: Carbon and organic molecules
Part two: Carbohydrates
Part three: Lipids
Part four: Proteins
Part five: Nucleic Acids
Proteins and Enzymes - Notes, Cloze Notes, Presentation (video lecture)
Independent Assignments & Activities
Review WS - Organic Molecules - also as a presentation that can be shared in Classroom
Foldable- use a large sheet of paper and fold/cut it into a document that allows students to interact with the material in a way that is organized differently.#content #creativity
Quick Check: Order Shape Function - students review the monomers/polymers of organic molecules