Summarize and describe each of these macromolecules

Description

Reflection is integral to learning any topic. For this take-home exam, please reflect on your learning about the first section of our course: the chemistry of life and biological macromolecules (proteins, lipids, polysaccharides and nucleic acids).

Remember to explain yourself in your own words and avoid plagiarizing. This means you will not need to use quotations or cite your sources. This essay should reflect your understanding of the chemistry of life and how it applies to macromolecules.

Your reflection essay should be typed in a separate document (save as a .pdf file) and include the following:

Your name.

No less than 7 typed paragraphs (i.e. 7 or more paragraphs).

Evidence of proofreading (e.g. no spelling or punctuation errors, limited grammatical mistakes). – 5 pts
Required topics that you must address include:
(1-2 paragraphs) Explain how your understanding of the chemistry of life and its application to biological macromolecules has changed (i.e. provide specific, detailed examples of your learning. You may include examples from your personal life where these learnings are applicable). – 5 pts

Summarize our course topics by comparing the biological macromolecules we have discussed (i.e. proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids).

Summarize and describe each of these macromolecules: proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates, and lipids. Dedicate a single paragraph to each macromolecule. You should have four paragraphs dedicated to this entry – 3 pts/paragraph (12 pts total)

Include details about their molecular structure (monomers, polymers and covalent linkages that form the polymer) as well as the function of each macromolecule.

The details you include should represent the characteristics covered by our textbook, class slides/materials, supplemental materials and video resources (i.e. do not use outside resources).

Describe the selective permeability of the cell membrane.

This should be a separate paragraph. – 4 pts

Include the macromolecules that make up membranes, the function(s) of membranes, and chemical characteristics of the membrane.

What types of molecules can cross the membrane and which cannot? Give examples.

Integrate the following throughout your reflection essay:

Include all of the following topics:levels of structure (primary, secondary and tertiary structure), types of bonds (ionic, covalent, and hydrogen), polarity, and solubility in water. You should integrate these topics in all your paragraphs and relate them to the macromolecule under discussion. – 8 pts

You must use the following terms correctly in these paragraphs: dehydration synthesis (condensation), hydrolysis, monomer, polymer, and selective permeability (semi-permeable). – 4 pts

Organize your thoughts by including introductory and concluding paragraphs (i.e. one or both of these paragraphs may overlap with the required paragraphs on learning/reflection if there is also evidence of an organized structure to your essay). – 2 pts

Grid View

	Excellent	Good	Fair	Poor
Main Posting	45 (45%) – 50 (50%) Answers all parts of the discussion question(s) expectations with reflective critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module and current credible sources. Supported by at least three current, credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.	40 (40%) – 44 (44%) Responds to the discussion question(s) and is reflective with critical analysis and synthesis of knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. At least 75% of post has exceptional depth and breadth. Supported by at least three credible sources. Written clearly and concisely with one or no grammatical or spelling errors and fully adheres to current APA manual writing rules and style.	35 (35%) – 39 (39%) Responds to some of the discussion question(s). One or two criteria are not addressed or are superficially addressed. Is somewhat lacking reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Somewhat represents knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Post is cited with two credible sources. Written somewhat concisely; may contain more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Contains some APA formatting errors.	0 (0%) – 34 (34%) Does not respond to the discussion question(s) adequately. Lacks depth or superficially addresses criteria. Lacks reflection and critical analysis and synthesis. Does not represent knowledge gained from the course readings for the module. Contains only one or no credible sources. Not written clearly or concisely. Contains more than two spelling or grammatical errors. Does not adhere to current APA manual writing rules and style.
Main Post: Timeliness	10 (10%) – 10 (10%) Posts main post by day 3.	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%) Does not post by day 3.
First Response	17 (17%) – 18 (18%) Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.	15 (15%) – 16 (16%) Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.	13 (13%) – 14 (14%) Response is on topic and may have some depth. Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.	0 (0%) – 12 (12%) Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited.
Second Response	16 (16%) – 17 (17%) Response exhibits synthesis, critical thinking, and application to practice settings. Responds fully to questions posed by faculty. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by at least two scholarly sources. Demonstrates synthesis and understanding of learning objectives. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are fully answered, if posed. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.	14 (14%) – 15 (15%) Response exhibits critical thinking and application to practice settings. Communication is professional and respectful to colleagues. Responses to faculty questions are answered, if posed. Provides clear, concise opinions and ideas that are supported by two or more credible sources. Response is effectively written in standard, edited English.	12 (12%) – 13 (13%) Response is on topic and may have some depth. Responses posted in the discussion may lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are somewhat answered, if posed. Response may lack clear, concise opinions and ideas, and a few or no credible sources are cited.	0 (0%) – 11 (11%) Response may not be on topic and lacks depth. Responses posted in the discussion lack effective professional communication. Responses to faculty questions are missing. No credible sources are cited.
Participation	5 (5%) – 5 (5%) Meets requirements for participation by posting on three different days.	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%)	0 (0%) – 0 (0%) Does not meet requirements for participation by posting on 3 different days.
Total Points: 100