Friday, September 12, 2025

1.3 Introduction to Macromolecules continued

 

3D Model of a Protein Molecule

Today's Learning Objective(s):

Describe the properties of the monomers and the type of bonds that connect the monomers in biological macromolecules.

Tasks:

 

 

1

Think about it…

Why is water essential in building and breaking up macromolecules?  Be sure to answer the question through Nearpod. 

 Nearpod S648B

2

Macromolecules

Students are to complete the table comparing the four major classifications of biological molecules.

 Table of Four Major Macromolecule Classifications

Use the textbook to find the needed information

3.2 Carbohydrates

3.3 Lipids

3.4 Proteins 

3.5 Nucleic Acids


3

Comparing Macromolecules Structure and Function 

Students receive a large sheet of paper with four quadrants. Students are to look at each group looking at the chemical characteristics (functional groups) and list them on the chart. 

4

Sharing Ideas

Students are to point out major differences that they saw in comparing the macromolecules


5

Notes - Properties of Macromolecules

 Add notes to the notebook. The teacher goes over the major functions and structures of the four groups.

  Nearpod S648B


6

Examining the Functional Groups of Amino Acids

 Students are to receive and review the twenty-amino acids chart. They are to identify the functional groups among amino acids.

 Amino Acids Chart

20 Common Amino Acids

 

7

MCQ 1.3 Introduction to Macromolecules

Let’s answer the questions on AP Classroom

 1.3 MCQs

 

 

Lesson Review & Homework:

Watch 1.3: Daily Video

3.1 Textbook  Resources

 

Thursday, September 11, 2025

1.3 Introduction to Biological Molecules

 ðŸ—½ Remembering 9/11/2001

Today's Learning Objective(s):

Describe the properties of the monomers and the type of bonds that connect the monomers in biological macromolecules.

Tasks:

 

 

1

Worksheet – Elements of Life & Basic Chemistry

Complete the worksheet with your teammates. One per group. 

Textbook 2.1 Chemical Elements

2

Functional Groups

Students are to create a table of functional groups in their notebooks.

Textbook 3.1 Organic Molecules


3

Notes: Introduction to Macromolecules

Add notes from the presentation to your binders

Nearpod  CODE ckhnw

4

Modeling Functional Groups

Use the modeling materials to construct the different groups. Then, construct a simple chemical model of each of the groups. Add to your notes in the binder.

 

5

Notes: Polymerization

 

Add notes to the notebook.

 

Nearpod CODE ckhnw

 

6

Modeling Condensation Synthesis and Hydrolysis

You are to create two amino acids. Then, you are to use the processes to build a dimer and split into monomers.

7

Check your progress Worksheet

Complete the worksheet. Homework in not completed in class.

 

Lesson Review & Homework:

Watch 1.3: Daily Video

3.1 Textbook  Resources

 

 

 

 

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

1.2 Elements of Life

 


Today's Learning Objective(s):

Describe the composition of macromolecules required by living organisms.

Tasks:

 

 

1

Visualize the Vote - Elements

Periodic Table of Elements - You are to mark a periodic table with what you think at the top 5 and the top 10 elements that are important for organism growth, reproduction, and function. 

2

Jigsaw Elements

Jigsaw Elements  - Student pairs are placed into expert groups to examine one of the highlighted elements on the vote. They will use internet resources to determine how important that element is for organismal function.

3

Notes: Organic Molecules

Add notes from the presentation  

Nearpod  EH9NA

PowerPoint



 

Lesson Review & Homework:

Watch 1.2: Daily Video

2.1 Textbook  Resources
2.2 Textbook Resources

 

Unit 1 Test: Chemistry of Life - September 26

 

 

 

Tuesday, September 9, 2025

1.1 Properties of Water (day 3)

 


Today's Learning Objective(s):

·  Explain how the properties of water that result from its polarity and hydrogen bonding affect its biological function.

Tasks:

 

 

1

Check for Understanding

Check for Understanding 

 

2

Lab: Properties of Water   

Part 2

Complete a mini-investigation using parts of an experiment.

 Google Classroom Assignment


Create a CER of your results


 

Lesson Review & Homework:

· Check for Understanding 

 ·  Textbook, Study Outline, & Google Slides

Unit 1 Test: Chemistry of Life - September 26

Monday, September 8, 2025

1.1 Water Properties (day 2)

Today's Learning Objective(s):

·  Explain how the properties of water that result from its polarity and hydrogen bonding affect its biological function.

Tasks:

 

 

1

1.1 Structure of Water & Hydrogen Bonding MCQs

Let’s try the MCQs on AP Classroom.

 

2

Lab: Properties of Water   

Part 1

Properties-of-Water; collected the data at the six stations in your science notebook.  See the six stations in the biology lab. 

 

Part 2

Complete a mini-investigation using parts of an experiment.

 

Google Classroom Assignment

3

Check for Understanding – Water Properties

Complete the lesson review worksheet. Due for Monday.  

 

Lesson Review & Homework:

· Check for Understanding 

 ·  Textbook, Study Outline, & Google Slides


Unit 1 Test: Chemistry of Life - September 26