Macromolecules are the biological name for nutrients that are in our food. These nutrients are critical for basic cell functions. We know that we must eat to maintain a healthy body. In BIO 1113, we learn the roles of the macromolecules in cell function. Tying together the macromolecules to something as simple as a Snickers Bar may help to make connections to the importance of the...

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This module provides a "skill check" with questions for students to gauge their general understanding of the major classes of biological macromolecules. Also contained are five content modules on the following: Macromolecules (introduction) Carbohydrates Lipids Nucleic Acids Proteins Content modules include videos, articles, figures, and illustrations, though the majority are...

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Modified from a worksheet originally created by Dr. Biao Ding, this worksheet can be passed out to students to use as a review of chemistry, macromolecules, and components of the cell. The key to the worksheet and all references for the figures are included in the file.

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This is a worksheet adapted from material posted on CK12.org that introduces students to the four groups of major biological molecules (macromolecules) and the roles they play in the cell. It could be used to prepare students for lecture for biology majors or as a recitation activity for non-majors.

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This is a set of questions and slides to facilitate a discussion about the chemistry required for success in Bio 1113. Obviously this will vary with each instructor. The first question models a study strategy that I encourage my students to take: start with a blank page and, starting broadly and then filling in the details, write what you know about x subject. This fits nicely at the beginning of...

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