EX. 3- Molecules of Life Flashcards
Basic unit of life
Cell
Four biomolecules
Carbohydrates, lipids (fats, proteins and nucleic acids
Example of small molecules that are also produced by the cell
Secondary metabolite
What test/s are performed to test the presence of carbohydrates (glucose) in banana
Benedict’s and Fehling’s Test
Color of the outcome in banana test
Brick red precipitate
What test/s are performed to test the presence of carbohydrates (sucrose) in sugarcane
Benedict’s Test
Color of the outcome in sugarcane test
Brick red color
What test/s are performed to test the presence of carbohydrates (starch) in potato
Iodine Test
Color of the outcome in potato test
Blue-black color
What test/s are performed to test the presence of protein in egg albumin
- Biuret Test
- Xanthoproteic Test
- Million’s Test
Color of the outcome in egg albumin (respectively)
- Violet
- Orange
- Pink
What test/s are performed to test the presence of lipids in oil
Sudan III test
Color of the outcome in oil
Pink
