Science 2 Flashcards
Photosynthesis
-Plants use sunlight, water and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and glucose.
Name the 7 nutrients needed in your body.
- Fibre
- Carbohydrates
- Fats
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Water
- Protein
Why is Fibre needed ?
Bowel movement
Why are Carbohydrates needed ?
Energy
Why is Protein needed ?
Growth and repair
Why are Vitamins needed ?
Health
Why is Fats needed ?
Warmth and energy
Why are minerals needed ?
Health
Why is water needed ?
Hydration
What is starch ?
Starch is a form of carbohydrate
How do you test for starch ?
- Add iodine solution to food solution
- If the solution turns dark blue/black= STARCH/CARBOHYDRATES
How do you test for Fats ?
- Rub food on to grease paper
- Hold paper up to light.
- If paper turns translucent= LIPIDS
How do you test for Protein ?
- Add copper sulphate & Sodium Hydroxide solution to food solution
- If the food solution turns purple= PROTEIN
How do you test for sugar ?
- Add Benedict’s solution to food solution
- Heat the test tube in a water bath
- If the solution turns orange/red= SUGAR
What is a renewable fuel ?
- A resource that never runs out.
- Example: solar energy,hydropower.
What is a non-renewable fuel?
- A fuel that will run out.
- Example of fossil fuels: coal, oil, wood