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PowerPoint® Lecture Presentations for
Biology
Eighth Edition
Neil Campbell and Jane Reece
Lectures by Chris Romero, updated by Erin Barley with contributions from Joan Sharp
Chapter 4
Carbon and the Molecular
Diversity of Life
Overview: Carbon: The Backbone of Life
• Although cells are 70–95% water, the rest
consists mostly of carbon-based compounds
• Carbon is unparalleled in its ability to form
large, complex, and diverse molecules
• Proteins, DNA, carbohydrates, and other
molecules that distinguish living matter are all
composed of carbon compounds
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Fig. 4-1
Concept 4.1: Organic chemistry is the study of
carbon compounds
• Organic chemistry is the study of compounds
that contain carbon
• Organic compounds range from simple
molecules to colossal ones
• Most organic compounds contain hydrogen
atoms in addition to carbon atoms
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• Vitalism, the idea that organic compounds arise
only in organisms, was disproved when
chemists synthesized these compounds
• Mechanism is the view that all natural
phenomena are governed by physical and
chemical laws
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Fig. 4-2
Water vapor
“Atmosphere”
Electrode
Condenser
Cold
water
Cooled water
containing
organic
molecules
Sample for
chemical analysis
H2O
“sea”
EXPERIMENT
CH4
Concept 4.2: Carbon atoms can form diverse
molecules by bonding to four other atoms
• Electron configuration is the key to an atom’s
characteristics
• Electron configuration determines the kinds
and number of bonds an atom will form with
other atoms
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The Formation of Bonds with Carbon
• With four valence electrons, carbon can form
four covalent bonds with a variety of atoms
• This tetravalence makes large, complex
molecules possible
• In molecules with multiple carbons, each
carbon bonded to four other atoms has a
tetrahedral shape
• However, when two carbon atoms are joined by
a double bond, the molecule has a flat shape
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Fig. 4-3
Name
Molecular
Formula
Structural
Formula
Ball-and-Stick
Model
Space-Filling
Model
(a) Methane
(b) Ethane
(c) Ethene
(ethylene)
• The electron configuration of carbon gives it
covalent compatibility with many different
elements
• The valences of carbon and its most frequent
partners (hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen) are
the “building code” that governs the
architecture of living molecules
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Fig. 4-4
Hydrogen
(valence = 1)
Oxygen
(valence = 2)
Nitrogen
(valence = 3)
Carbon
(valence = 4)
H O N C
• Carbon atoms can partner with atoms other
than hydrogen; for example:
– Carbon dioxide: CO2
– Urea: CO(NH2)2
O = C = O
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Fig. 4-UN1
Urea
Molecular Diversity Arising from Carbon Skeleton
Variation
• Carbon chains form the skeletons of most
organic molecules
• Carbon chains vary in length and shape
Animation: Carbon Skeletons
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Fig. 4-5
Ethane Propane
1-Butene 2-Butene
(c) Double bonds
(d) Rings
Cyclohexane Benzene
Butane 2-Methylpropane
(commonly called isobutane)
(b) Branching
(a) Length
Fig. 4-5a
(a) Length
Ethane Propane
Fig. 4-5b
(b) Branching
Butane 2-Methylpropane
(commonly called isobutane)
Fig. 4-5c
(c) Double bonds
1-Butene 2-Butene
Fig. 4-5d
(d) Rings
Cyclohexane Benzene
Hydrocarbons
• Hydrocarbons are organic molecules
consisting of only carbon and hydrogen
• Many organic molecules, such as fats, have
hydrocarbon components
• Hydrocarbons can undergo reactions that
release a large amount of energy
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Fig. 4-6
(a) Mammalian adipose cells (b) A fat molecule
Fat droplets (stained red)
100 µm
Isomers
• Isomers are compounds with the same molecular
formula but different structures and properties:
– Structural isomers have different covalent
arrangements of their atoms
– Geometric isomers have the same covalent
arrangements but differ in spatial
arrangements
– Enantiomers are isomers that are mirror
images of each other
Animation: Isomers
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Fig. 4-7
Pentane
(a) Structural isomers
(b) Geometric isomers
2-methyl butane
cis isomer: The two Xs are
on the same side.
trans isomer: The two Xs are
on opposite sides.
(c) Enantiomers
L isomer D isomer
Fig. 4-7a
(a) Structural isomers
2-methyl butane
Pentane
Fig. 4-7b
(b) Geometric isomers
cis isomer: The two Xs are
on the same side.
trans isomer: The two Xs are
on opposite sides.
Fig. 4-7c
(c) Enantiomers
L isomer D isomer
• Enantiomers are important in the
pharmaceutical industry
• Two enantiomers of a drug may have different
effects
• Differing effects of enantiomers demonstrate
that organisms are sensitive to even subtle
variations in molecules
Animation: L-Dopa
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Fig. 4-8
Drug
Ibuprofen
Albuterol
Condition
Pain;
inflammation
Asthma
Effective
Enantiomer
S-Ibuprofen
R-Albuterol
R-Ibuprofen
S-Albuterol
Ineffective
Enantiomer
Concept 4.3: A small number of chemical groups
are key to the functioning of biological molecules
• Distinctive properties of organic molecules
depend not only on the carbon skeleton but
also on the molecular components attached
to it
• A number of characteristic groups are often
attached to skeletons of organic molecules
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The Chemical Groups Most Important in the
Processes of Life
• Functional groups are the components of
organic molecules that are most commonly
involved in chemical reactions
• The number and arrangement of functional
groups give each molecule its unique
properties
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Fig. 4-9
Estradiol
Testosterone
• The seven functional groups that are most
important in the chemistry of life:
– Hydroxyl group
– Carbonyl group
– Carboxyl group
– Amino group
– Sulfhydryl group
– Phosphate group
– Methyl group
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Fig. 4-10a
Hydroxyl
CHEMICAL
GROUP
STRUCTURE
NAME OF
COMPOUND
EXAMPLE
FUNCTIONAL
PROPERTIES
Carbonyl Carboxyl
(may be written HO—)
In a hydroxyl group (—OH), a
hydrogen atom is bonded to an
oxygen atom, which in turn is
bonded to the carbon skeleton of
the organic molecule. (Do not
confuse this functional group
with the hydroxide ion, OH–.)
When an oxygen atom is
double-bonded to a carbon
atom that is also bonded to
an —OH group, the entire
assembly of atoms is called
a carboxyl group (—COOH).
Carboxylic acids, or organic
acids
Ketones if the carbonyl group is
within a carbon skeleton
Aldehydes if the carbonyl group
is at the end of the carbon
skeleton
Alcohols (their specific names
usually end in -ol)
Ethanol, the alcohol present in
alcoholic beverages
Acetone, the simplest ketone Acetic acid, which gives vinegar
its sour taste
Propanal, an aldehyde
Has acidic properties
because the covalent bond
between oxygen and hydrogen
is so polar; for example,
Found in cells in the ionized
form with a charge of 1– and
called a carboxylate ion (here,
specifically, the acetate ion).
Acetic acid Acetate ion
A ketone and an aldehyde may
be structural isomers with
different properties, as is the
case for acetone and propanal.
These two groups are also
found in sugars, giving rise to
two major groups of sugars:
aldoses (containing an
aldehyde) and ketoses
(containing a ketone).
Is polar as a result of the
electrons spending more time
near the electronegative
oxygen atom.
Can form hydrogen bonds with
water molecules, helping
dissolve organic compounds
such as sugars.
The carbonyl group ( CO)
consists of a carbon atom
joined to an oxygen atom by a
double bond.
Fig. 4-10b
CHEMICAL
GROUP
STRUCTURE
NAME OF
COMPOUND
EXAMPLE
FUNCTIONAL
PROPERTIES
Amino Sulfhydryl Phosphate Methyl
A methyl group consists of a
carbon bonded to three
hydrogen atoms. The methyl
group may be attached to a
carbon or to a different atom.
In a phosphate group, a
phosphorus atom is bonded to
four oxygen atoms; one oxygen
is bonded to the carbon skeleton;
two oxygens carry negative
charges. The phosphate group
(—OPO3
2–, abbreviated ) is an
ionized form of a phosphoric acid
group (—OPO3H2; note the two
hydrogens).
P
The sulfhydryl group
consists of a sulfur atom
bonded to an atom of
hydrogen; resembles a
hydroxyl group in shape.
(may be
written HS—)
The amino group
(—NH2) consists of a
nitrogen atom bonded
to two hydrogen atoms
and to the carbon
skeleton.
Amines Thiols Organic phosphates Methylated compounds
5-Methyl cytidine
5-Methyl cytidine is a
component of DNA that has
been modified by addition of
the methyl group.
In addition to taking part in
many important chemical
reactions in cells, glycerol
phosphate provides the
backbone for phospholipids,
the most prevalent molecules in
cell membranes.
Glycerol phosphate
Cysteine
Cysteine is an important
sulfur-containing amino
acid.
Glycine
Because it also has a
carboxyl group, glycine
is both an amine and
a carboxylic acid;
compounds with both
groups are called
amino acids.
Addition of a methyl group
to DNA, or to molecules
bound to DNA, affects
expression of genes.
Arrangement of methyl
groups in male and female
sex hormones affects
their shape and function.
Contributes negative charge
to the molecule of which it is
a part (2– when at the end of
a molecule; 1– when located
internally in a chain of
phosphates).
Has the potential to react
with water, releasing energy.
Two sulfhydryl groups
can react, forming a
covalent bond. This
“cross-linking” helps
stabilize protein
structure.
Cross-linking of
cysteines in hair
proteins maintains the
curliness or
straightness
of hair. Straight hair can
be “permanently” curled
by shaping it around
curlers, then breaking
and re-forming the
cross-linking bonds.
Acts as a base; can
pick up an H+ from
the surrounding
solution (water, in
living organisms).
Ionized, with a
charge of 1+, under
cellular conditions.
(nonionized) (ionized)
Fig. 4-10c
STRUCTURE
EXAMPLE
NAME OF
COMPOUND
FUNCTIONAL
PROPERTIES
Carboxyl
Acetic acid, which gives vinegar
its sour taste
Carboxylic acids, or organic
acids
Has acidic properties
because the covalent bond
between oxygen and hydrogen
is so polar; for example,
Found in cells in the ionized
form with a charge of 1– and
called a carboxylate ion (here,
specifically, the acetate ion).
Acetic acid Acetate ion
Fig. 4-10d
STRUCTURE
EXAMPLE
NAME OF
COMPOUND
FUNCTIONAL
PROPERTIES
Amino
Because it also has a
carboxyl group, glycine
is both an amine and
a carboxylic acid;
compounds with both
groups are called
amino acids.
Amines
Acts as a base; can
pick up an H+ from
the surrounding
solution (water, in
living organisms).
Ionized, with a
charge of 1+, under
cellular conditions.
(ionized)
(nonionized)
Glycine
Fig. 4-10e
STRUCTURE
EXAMPLE
NAME OF
COMPOUND
FUNCTIONAL
PROPERTIES
Sulfhydryl
(may be
written HS—)
Cysteine
Cysteine is an important
sulfur-containing amino
acid.
Thiols
Two sulfhydryl groups
can react, forming a
covalent bond. This
“cross-linking” helps
stabilize protein
structure.
Cross-linking of
cysteines in hair
proteins maintains the
curliness or straightness
of hair. Straight hair can
be “permanently” curled
by shaping it around
curlers, then breaking
and re-forming the
cross-linking bonds.
Fig. 4-10f
STRUCTURE
EXAMPLE
NAME OF
COMPOUND
FUNCTIONAL
PROPERTIES
Phosphate
In addition to taking part in
many important chemical
reactions in cells, glycerol
phosphate provides the
backbone for phospholipids,
the most prevalent molecules in
cell membranes.
Glycerol phosphate
Organic phosphates
Contributes negative charge
to the molecule of which it is
a part (2– when at the end of
a molecule; 1– when located
internally in a chain of
phosphates).
Has the potential to react
with water, releasing energy.
Fig. 4-10g
STRUCTURE
EXAMPLE
NAME OF
COMPOUND
FUNCTIONAL
PROPERTIES
Methyl
5-Methyl cytidine is a
component of DNA that has
been modified by addition of
the methyl group.
5-Methyl cytidine
Methylated compounds
Addition of a methyl group
to DNA, or to molecules
bound to DNA, affects
expression of genes.
Arrangement of methyl
groups in male and female
sex hormones affects
their shape and function.
ATP: An Important Source of Energy for Cellular
Processes
• One phosphate molecule, adenosine
triphosphate (ATP), is the primary energy-
transferring molecule in the cell
• ATP consists of an organic molecule called
adenosine attached to a string of three
phosphate groups
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Fig. 4-UN2
The Chemical Elements of Life: A Review
• The versatility of carbon makes possible the
great diversity of organic molecules
• Variation at the molecular level lies at the
foundation of all biological diversity
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Fig. 4-UN3
Adenosine
Fig. 4-UN4
P P P P i P P
Adenosine Adenosine Energy
ADP
ATP Inorganic
phosphate
Reacts
with H2O
Fig. 4-UN5
P P P P i P P
Adenosine Adenosine
ADP
ATP Inorganic
phosphate
Reacts
with H2O
Energy
Fig. 4-UN6
Fig. 4-UN7
a b c d e
Fig. 4-UN8
Fig. 4-UN9
L-dopa D-dopa
Fig. 4-UN10
Fig. 4-UN11
Fig. 4-UN12
Fig. 4-UN13
You should now be able to:
1. Explain how carbon’s electron configuration
explains its ability to form large, complex,
diverse organic molecules
2. Describe how carbon skeletons may vary and
explain how this variation contributes to the
diversity and complexity of organic molecules
3. Distinguish among the three types of isomers:
structural, geometric, and enantiomer
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4. Name the major functional groups found in
organic molecules; describe the basic
structure of each functional group and outline
the chemical properties of the organic
molecules in which they occur
5. Explain how ATP functions as the primary
energy transfer molecule in living cells
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04_Lecture_Presentation.ppt chemistry (bonding)

  • 1. Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings PowerPoint® Lecture Presentations for Biology Eighth Edition Neil Campbell and Jane Reece Lectures by Chris Romero, updated by Erin Barley with contributions from Joan Sharp Chapter 4 Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life
  • 2. Overview: Carbon: The Backbone of Life • Although cells are 70–95% water, the rest consists mostly of carbon-based compounds • Carbon is unparalleled in its ability to form large, complex, and diverse molecules • Proteins, DNA, carbohydrates, and other molecules that distinguish living matter are all composed of carbon compounds Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 4. Concept 4.1: Organic chemistry is the study of carbon compounds • Organic chemistry is the study of compounds that contain carbon • Organic compounds range from simple molecules to colossal ones • Most organic compounds contain hydrogen atoms in addition to carbon atoms Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 5. • Vitalism, the idea that organic compounds arise only in organisms, was disproved when chemists synthesized these compounds • Mechanism is the view that all natural phenomena are governed by physical and chemical laws Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 6. Fig. 4-2 Water vapor “Atmosphere” Electrode Condenser Cold water Cooled water containing organic molecules Sample for chemical analysis H2O “sea” EXPERIMENT CH4
  • 7. Concept 4.2: Carbon atoms can form diverse molecules by bonding to four other atoms • Electron configuration is the key to an atom’s characteristics • Electron configuration determines the kinds and number of bonds an atom will form with other atoms Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 8. The Formation of Bonds with Carbon • With four valence electrons, carbon can form four covalent bonds with a variety of atoms • This tetravalence makes large, complex molecules possible • In molecules with multiple carbons, each carbon bonded to four other atoms has a tetrahedral shape • However, when two carbon atoms are joined by a double bond, the molecule has a flat shape Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 10. • The electron configuration of carbon gives it covalent compatibility with many different elements • The valences of carbon and its most frequent partners (hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen) are the “building code” that governs the architecture of living molecules Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 11. Fig. 4-4 Hydrogen (valence = 1) Oxygen (valence = 2) Nitrogen (valence = 3) Carbon (valence = 4) H O N C
  • 12. • Carbon atoms can partner with atoms other than hydrogen; for example: – Carbon dioxide: CO2 – Urea: CO(NH2)2 O = C = O Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 14. Molecular Diversity Arising from Carbon Skeleton Variation • Carbon chains form the skeletons of most organic molecules • Carbon chains vary in length and shape Animation: Carbon Skeletons Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 15. Fig. 4-5 Ethane Propane 1-Butene 2-Butene (c) Double bonds (d) Rings Cyclohexane Benzene Butane 2-Methylpropane (commonly called isobutane) (b) Branching (a) Length
  • 17. Fig. 4-5b (b) Branching Butane 2-Methylpropane (commonly called isobutane)
  • 18. Fig. 4-5c (c) Double bonds 1-Butene 2-Butene
  • 20. Hydrocarbons • Hydrocarbons are organic molecules consisting of only carbon and hydrogen • Many organic molecules, such as fats, have hydrocarbon components • Hydrocarbons can undergo reactions that release a large amount of energy Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 21. Fig. 4-6 (a) Mammalian adipose cells (b) A fat molecule Fat droplets (stained red) 100 µm
  • 22. Isomers • Isomers are compounds with the same molecular formula but different structures and properties: – Structural isomers have different covalent arrangements of their atoms – Geometric isomers have the same covalent arrangements but differ in spatial arrangements – Enantiomers are isomers that are mirror images of each other Animation: Isomers Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 23. Fig. 4-7 Pentane (a) Structural isomers (b) Geometric isomers 2-methyl butane cis isomer: The two Xs are on the same side. trans isomer: The two Xs are on opposite sides. (c) Enantiomers L isomer D isomer
  • 24. Fig. 4-7a (a) Structural isomers 2-methyl butane Pentane
  • 25. Fig. 4-7b (b) Geometric isomers cis isomer: The two Xs are on the same side. trans isomer: The two Xs are on opposite sides.
  • 26. Fig. 4-7c (c) Enantiomers L isomer D isomer
  • 27. • Enantiomers are important in the pharmaceutical industry • Two enantiomers of a drug may have different effects • Differing effects of enantiomers demonstrate that organisms are sensitive to even subtle variations in molecules Animation: L-Dopa Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 29. Concept 4.3: A small number of chemical groups are key to the functioning of biological molecules • Distinctive properties of organic molecules depend not only on the carbon skeleton but also on the molecular components attached to it • A number of characteristic groups are often attached to skeletons of organic molecules Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 30. The Chemical Groups Most Important in the Processes of Life • Functional groups are the components of organic molecules that are most commonly involved in chemical reactions • The number and arrangement of functional groups give each molecule its unique properties Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 32. • The seven functional groups that are most important in the chemistry of life: – Hydroxyl group – Carbonyl group – Carboxyl group – Amino group – Sulfhydryl group – Phosphate group – Methyl group Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 33. Fig. 4-10a Hydroxyl CHEMICAL GROUP STRUCTURE NAME OF COMPOUND EXAMPLE FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES Carbonyl Carboxyl (may be written HO—) In a hydroxyl group (—OH), a hydrogen atom is bonded to an oxygen atom, which in turn is bonded to the carbon skeleton of the organic molecule. (Do not confuse this functional group with the hydroxide ion, OH–.) When an oxygen atom is double-bonded to a carbon atom that is also bonded to an —OH group, the entire assembly of atoms is called a carboxyl group (—COOH). Carboxylic acids, or organic acids Ketones if the carbonyl group is within a carbon skeleton Aldehydes if the carbonyl group is at the end of the carbon skeleton Alcohols (their specific names usually end in -ol) Ethanol, the alcohol present in alcoholic beverages Acetone, the simplest ketone Acetic acid, which gives vinegar its sour taste Propanal, an aldehyde Has acidic properties because the covalent bond between oxygen and hydrogen is so polar; for example, Found in cells in the ionized form with a charge of 1– and called a carboxylate ion (here, specifically, the acetate ion). Acetic acid Acetate ion A ketone and an aldehyde may be structural isomers with different properties, as is the case for acetone and propanal. These two groups are also found in sugars, giving rise to two major groups of sugars: aldoses (containing an aldehyde) and ketoses (containing a ketone). Is polar as a result of the electrons spending more time near the electronegative oxygen atom. Can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules, helping dissolve organic compounds such as sugars. The carbonyl group ( CO) consists of a carbon atom joined to an oxygen atom by a double bond.
  • 34. Fig. 4-10b CHEMICAL GROUP STRUCTURE NAME OF COMPOUND EXAMPLE FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES Amino Sulfhydryl Phosphate Methyl A methyl group consists of a carbon bonded to three hydrogen atoms. The methyl group may be attached to a carbon or to a different atom. In a phosphate group, a phosphorus atom is bonded to four oxygen atoms; one oxygen is bonded to the carbon skeleton; two oxygens carry negative charges. The phosphate group (—OPO3 2–, abbreviated ) is an ionized form of a phosphoric acid group (—OPO3H2; note the two hydrogens). P The sulfhydryl group consists of a sulfur atom bonded to an atom of hydrogen; resembles a hydroxyl group in shape. (may be written HS—) The amino group (—NH2) consists of a nitrogen atom bonded to two hydrogen atoms and to the carbon skeleton. Amines Thiols Organic phosphates Methylated compounds 5-Methyl cytidine 5-Methyl cytidine is a component of DNA that has been modified by addition of the methyl group. In addition to taking part in many important chemical reactions in cells, glycerol phosphate provides the backbone for phospholipids, the most prevalent molecules in cell membranes. Glycerol phosphate Cysteine Cysteine is an important sulfur-containing amino acid. Glycine Because it also has a carboxyl group, glycine is both an amine and a carboxylic acid; compounds with both groups are called amino acids. Addition of a methyl group to DNA, or to molecules bound to DNA, affects expression of genes. Arrangement of methyl groups in male and female sex hormones affects their shape and function. Contributes negative charge to the molecule of which it is a part (2– when at the end of a molecule; 1– when located internally in a chain of phosphates). Has the potential to react with water, releasing energy. Two sulfhydryl groups can react, forming a covalent bond. This “cross-linking” helps stabilize protein structure. Cross-linking of cysteines in hair proteins maintains the curliness or straightness of hair. Straight hair can be “permanently” curled by shaping it around curlers, then breaking and re-forming the cross-linking bonds. Acts as a base; can pick up an H+ from the surrounding solution (water, in living organisms). Ionized, with a charge of 1+, under cellular conditions. (nonionized) (ionized)
  • 35. Fig. 4-10c STRUCTURE EXAMPLE NAME OF COMPOUND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES Carboxyl Acetic acid, which gives vinegar its sour taste Carboxylic acids, or organic acids Has acidic properties because the covalent bond between oxygen and hydrogen is so polar; for example, Found in cells in the ionized form with a charge of 1– and called a carboxylate ion (here, specifically, the acetate ion). Acetic acid Acetate ion
  • 36. Fig. 4-10d STRUCTURE EXAMPLE NAME OF COMPOUND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES Amino Because it also has a carboxyl group, glycine is both an amine and a carboxylic acid; compounds with both groups are called amino acids. Amines Acts as a base; can pick up an H+ from the surrounding solution (water, in living organisms). Ionized, with a charge of 1+, under cellular conditions. (ionized) (nonionized) Glycine
  • 37. Fig. 4-10e STRUCTURE EXAMPLE NAME OF COMPOUND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES Sulfhydryl (may be written HS—) Cysteine Cysteine is an important sulfur-containing amino acid. Thiols Two sulfhydryl groups can react, forming a covalent bond. This “cross-linking” helps stabilize protein structure. Cross-linking of cysteines in hair proteins maintains the curliness or straightness of hair. Straight hair can be “permanently” curled by shaping it around curlers, then breaking and re-forming the cross-linking bonds.
  • 38. Fig. 4-10f STRUCTURE EXAMPLE NAME OF COMPOUND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES Phosphate In addition to taking part in many important chemical reactions in cells, glycerol phosphate provides the backbone for phospholipids, the most prevalent molecules in cell membranes. Glycerol phosphate Organic phosphates Contributes negative charge to the molecule of which it is a part (2– when at the end of a molecule; 1– when located internally in a chain of phosphates). Has the potential to react with water, releasing energy.
  • 39. Fig. 4-10g STRUCTURE EXAMPLE NAME OF COMPOUND FUNCTIONAL PROPERTIES Methyl 5-Methyl cytidine is a component of DNA that has been modified by addition of the methyl group. 5-Methyl cytidine Methylated compounds Addition of a methyl group to DNA, or to molecules bound to DNA, affects expression of genes. Arrangement of methyl groups in male and female sex hormones affects their shape and function.
  • 40. ATP: An Important Source of Energy for Cellular Processes • One phosphate molecule, adenosine triphosphate (ATP), is the primary energy- transferring molecule in the cell • ATP consists of an organic molecule called adenosine attached to a string of three phosphate groups Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 42. The Chemical Elements of Life: A Review • The versatility of carbon makes possible the great diversity of organic molecules • Variation at the molecular level lies at the foundation of all biological diversity Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 44. Fig. 4-UN4 P P P P i P P Adenosine Adenosine Energy ADP ATP Inorganic phosphate Reacts with H2O
  • 45. Fig. 4-UN5 P P P P i P P Adenosine Adenosine ADP ATP Inorganic phosphate Reacts with H2O Energy
  • 47. Fig. 4-UN7 a b c d e
  • 54. You should now be able to: 1. Explain how carbon’s electron configuration explains its ability to form large, complex, diverse organic molecules 2. Describe how carbon skeletons may vary and explain how this variation contributes to the diversity and complexity of organic molecules 3. Distinguish among the three types of isomers: structural, geometric, and enantiomer Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings
  • 55. 4. Name the major functional groups found in organic molecules; describe the basic structure of each functional group and outline the chemical properties of the organic molecules in which they occur 5. Explain how ATP functions as the primary energy transfer molecule in living cells Copyright © 2008 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Pearson Benjamin Cummings