Module 2- Biological Molecules Flashcards
1
Q
what is the structure of glucose?
A
hexose monosaccharide
2
Q
how are the carbons on a glucose numbered within a ring on a diagram?
A
clockwise
3
Q
where is the hydroxyl group on alpha glucose?
A
at the bottom
4
Q
where is the hydroxyl group on beta glucose?
A
on the top
5
Q
why is the solubility of glucose important?
A
it can be dissolved in the cytosol of a cell
6
Q
why is glucose polar and soluble?
A
because of the hydrogen bonds which form between hydroxyl groups and water molecules
6
Q
what is the composition of maltose?
A
glucose+glucose via condensation
7
Q
what is the composition of sucrose?
A
fructose+glucose via condensation
8
Q
what is the composition of lactose?
A
glucose+galactose via condensation
9
Q
what is the structure of amylose?
A
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