Journal Entry:

What type of bonds form to create the structure of the four type of biological molecules?

Learning Intentions

• You can identify the main types of bonding that can be found in the molecules

• You can compare and contrast the types of bonds found in the molecules that make up the body

• You can describe how each type of bond is formed

• You can observe the structure of each type of bond and evaluate the properties or functions of each type of bond

• You can evaluate the role(s) each type of bond plays in the molecules in our body.

Closing Task:

You can create a table to compare the types of bonds found in the biological molecules.

Content Standards being covered:

Learning Objectives
SYI-1.A Explain how the properties of water that result from its polarity and hydrogen bonding affect its biological function
SYI-1.B Describe the composition of macromolecules required by living organisms.

Science Practice
2.A   Describe characteristic of a biological concept, process or model represented visually.
5.A.a. Perform mathematical calculations in the curriculum

Habits of Mind/Life skills being covered:

• Applying past knowledge to new situations.

• Think interdependently