Cells, Food tests, Enzymes Flashcards
Nucleus
Controls the cell, contains genetic material
Cytoplasm
Supports cell, site of cells’ chemical reactions.
Cell membrane
Holds cell together
Controls substances entering and leaving the cell
Cell wall
Extra support for cell
Defines shape
Chloroplasts
Contains chlorophyll pigments that absorb light for photosynthesis.
Vacuole
Filled with cell sap
Keeps the cell’s shape
Mitochondria
Site of aerobic respiration
Energy released for cell
Ribosomes
Site of protein synthesis
Animal cell organelles
Cell membrane, cytoplasm, ribosomes, nucleus, mitochondria
Plant cell organelles
Cell membrane, cytoplasm, ribosomes, nucleus, mitochondria, cell wall, chloroplasts, vacuole
Test for Glucose/ reducing sugars
- Place food sample in a test tube.
- Add enough Benedict’s solution for sample to turn blue.
- Heat test tube in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.
- Take the test tube out and observe the colour.
Positive result is from blue to orange/ brick red.
Safety precautions for reducing sugars test
Handle test tube with tongs.
Wear safety goggles and heatproof gloves.
Tie hair, wear a lab coat. Goggles.
Test for Starch
- Place food sample in test tube.
- Add a few drops of iodine to the food sample.
- Observe the colour.
Positive result is from orange/brown to blue/black
Test for Protein
- Place food sample in test tube.
- Add drops of Biuret solution to the food sample.
- Observe colour.
A positive result is from blue to violet/purple
Test for fat
Place food sample into test tube. Add ethanol to the sample and shake. Add water and also shake.
Positive result is colourless to milky white emulsion.
Cells
The functional building blocks of all living things.
Organelle
Part of a cell
Tissue
A group of specialised cells that have a similar structure and function working together.
Organ
Contains different tissues, working together to carry out particular functions.
Organ system
Many organs working together. The different organ systems work together in an organism.