AVCL 2 Flashcards
Originates from the fat that many, but not all, members of this class of have the general molecular formula Cn(H2O)n and thus were once considered hydrates of carbon.
Carbohydrates
The simplest carbohydrates which can be aldoses or ketoses.
Monosaccharides
How many carbons does Monosaccharides have?
3-6 carbons
Ribose, Glucose, and Fructose are an example of what type of carbohydrates?
Monosaccharides
Two monosaccharides may be combined together with the loss of one molecule of water to form what?
Disaccharides
What is the bond that connects 2 monosaccharide units in a disaccharide?
Glycosidic Bond
Sucrose (table sugar) and Lactose (Milk sugar) are an example of what type of carbohydrates?
Disaccharides
It is consist of many monosaccharides linked together.
Polysaccharides
Starch, Pectin, Glycogen, and Cellulose are examples of what type of carbohydrates?
Polysaccharides
What are the 6 unknown carbohydrates mentioned in AVCL 2.1?
- Glucose
- Fructose
- Lactose
- Sucrose
- Starch
- Water
How many ml of each unknown carbohydrates must be poured into the test tubes for the tests?
2 ml
This test confirms the presence of carbohydrates in the analyte.
Molisch’s Test
How many ml of Molisch’s Reagent must be poured during the Molisch’s Test?
1 ml of Reagent
In what angle must be poured during the Molisch’s Test?
45 degrees
What must be the color of the positive result of the solution during the Molisch’s Test?
Purplish-Red Rings