Biomolecules/ Macronutrients

Question 1

Carbohydrate (COH) uses

Answer 1

Energy & nutrient storage, structural support, respiration, energy production

Question 2

Carbohydrate (COH) types

Answer 2

Simple sugars (glucose) — respiration
Starch — plant storage
Cellulose — plant structure
Glycogen — animal storage

Question 3

Carbohydrate (COH) tests

Answer 3

Glucose: Benedict’s (blu. > red)
Starch: iodine (or. br.)

Question 4

Protein (COH[SP]N) uses

Answer 4

Development, immune system support, enzyme & hormone production, DNA regulation

Question 5

Protein (COH[SP]N) types

Answer 5

20-22 types
Antibodies— protection
Insulin — glucose control
Enzymes — matter breakdown

Question 6

Protein (COH[SP]N) tests

Answer 6

Biuret solution (blu. > lil.)

Question 7

Lipids (COH) uses

Answer 7

Organ insulation, energy storage, cell structural support, cell communication

Question 8

Lipid (COH) types

Answer 8

Triglycerides (C11 O H21) — storage
Phospholipids — structure

Question 9

Lipid (COH) tests

Answer 9

Ethanol (trans. clou.)