Chapter Objectives

Chapter 3

The Molecules of Life

1.  Describe the special bonding properties of carbon that allow it to form an endless variety of organic molecules.

2.  Compare the structure of monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.  Provide examples of each.

3.  Compare the structure and properties of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids.

4.  Distinguish between steroids and anabolic steroids and explain how anabolic steroids can be dangerous to a person's health.

5.  Describe the structure of proteins.  Distinguish between the primary structure and the final three-dimensional shape.

6.  Define what an enzyme is.   Explain how enzymes are able to control the rate of chemical reactions.  List three common uses of enzymes.