Lesson 1.4 - Macromolecules: Proteins & Nucleic Acids
Learning Goals: By the end of this lesson you will be able to...
- describe the structure of biochemical compounds (proteins and nucleic acids).
- explain their functions within cells.
Specific Expectations:
NELSON Text: Section 1.4
Work:
- Read Section 1.5 in the textbook.
- Study key terms from Glossary 1.4 and Glossary Quiz 1.4.
- Watch Proteins Video Lesson (10:48 min) and complete Proteins note (from Lesson 1.4 Resources folder).
- Watch Nucleic Acids Video Lesson (8:41 min) and complete Nucleic Acids note (from Lesson 1.4 Resources folder).
- Answer Proteins & Nucleic Acids Concept Questions.
- Submit all work to Lesson 1.4 Assignment dropbox.
- Check your answers and review as necessary.
- Complete Lesson 1.4 Exit Card.
- The glossary provides definitions and explanations of key terms and concepts essential to understand the topic in the lesson. Be sure to familiarize yourself with each term before attempting the lesson glossary quiz.
- This quiz will assess your understanding of the key terms and concepts from the lesson glossary. You will have 15 minutes to complete the quiz and 3 attempts, with your highest score being recorded. To pass, you must score at least 75%. Be sure to review the glossary carefully before starting, as this quiz will help reinforce your knowledge for future lessons, assignments and unit tests.
Download this folder to access note templates and worksheets for this lesson. Read the assigned textbook sections and watch the videos to complete the note template. Then, follow the instructions to complete the worksheets.
- Complete and submit the following:
- Proteins Note
- Nucleic Acids Note
- Answers to Proteins & Nucleic Acids Concept Questions
Proteins Nucleic Acids Concept Questions - SOLUTIONS File
Identifying Macromolecules Virtual Lab Assignment
Students to complete this after you've finished all activities/tasks in today's lesson.