Lab Quiz 5 Flashcards
Macromolecules
If the result is POSITIVE, then the indicator will
change color
If the result is NEGATIVE, then the indicator will
NOT change color
What is a negative control
Water
H2O
Nucleic Acids Function?
Store genetic information
DNA
Double Stranded
RNA
Single Stranded
What is the difference between DNA & RNA?
Their sugar
RNA Genetic Code (4)
ex: A, C, G, U
Adenine
Guanine
Cytostine
Uracil
3 types of lipids
Triglycerides (fats/oils)
Phospholipids
Steroids
Lipids Reagent (Indicator)
Sundan III
Lipids Positive Result =
Orange / Red-Orange
Lipids Functions
Hint: 3
- Long-term energy storage
- Insulation and cushioning
- Signaling (between cells)
Lipids Negative Result =
No color
Simple Sugars Reagent (indicator)
-Carbohydrates
Benedict’s Solution
S. Sugars Positive Result =
Red, Orange, Yellow and Green
S. Sugars Negative Result =
Blue
S. Sugars Functions:
Hint: 3
- Energy Storage
- Short-term storage source
- Structural support (cell walls)
Complex Sugars Reagent (indicator)
- starch
Lugol’s Iodine
C. Sugars Positive Result =
Dark blue, dark brown, black
C. Sugars Negative Result =
Yellow - Orange
Proteins Reagent (indicator)
Biuret Reagent
Proteins Positive Result =
Violet, Purple
Proteins Negative Result =
Blue
Proteins Function
Proteins have a wide diverse set of functions