Biological molecules Flashcards

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1
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Carbohydrates two groups

A

Monosaccharides

Polysaccharides

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2
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Polysaccharides

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A type of carbohydrate containing many sugars

cellulose, starch, glycogen

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3
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Proteins

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long chains of amino acids whose order has been determined by genes
sequence of amino acids determine the protein shape

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4
Q

Test for starch

A

Iodine

Pos test - blue/black

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5
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Test for glucose

A

Benedicts solution in heated water

Pos test - blue turns brick red

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6
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Test for protein

A

Biuret

Pos test - purple

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7
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Test for fat

A

Ethanol and water

Pos test - milky white emulsion

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