Compounds of Life Biological Molecules By Joseph A. Castellano, Ph.D. RESEED Silicon Valley Reference: Focus on Physical Science, Glencoe/McGraw-Hill,
Chapter 19 The Chemistry of Life. The Molecules of Life 4 molecules necessary for life functions formed from smaller subunits – proteins – carbohydrates.
DNA RNA Protein Scientists call this the: Central Dogma of Molecular Biology!
Warm Up 11/30 & 12/3/12 Copy objective: –I will be able to examine specialized cells. –I will be able to identify the components of DNA. Answer: What is.
Warm-Up 1.What are the 4 classes of macromolecules? 2.Give an example of each type of macromolecule.
So…How much do YOU know about genetics? Writing Log today: Take the pre-test in your notepacket. We will learn about each of the concepts in the pre-test.
Journal: Describe how DNA is replicated. Q. What is the shape of DNA? A. Double Helix.
A Closer Look at DNA. Review Questions (Discuss the answers) 1.What are the 3 parts of a DNA nucleotide? 2.What is the technical term for the “twisted.
DNA Structure and Replication Get a white board, marker, and eraser.
DNA & PROTEIN SNTHESIS (Words to Know) 1. Transfer RNA 2. Peptide Bond 3. Dipeptide Bond 4. ATP 5. Translation 6. Anticodon 7. Transcription 8. Messenger.
DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis The Beginning….. All living things are made of- Water (an inorganic compound) Other inorganic compounds (mostly salts)
Warm-Up Where is DNA found? What is DNA? What do you know about the structure of DNA?