12 Questions
What is the main function of lipids in living things?
Store energy
Which fatty acids are typically healthier for humans to consume?
Unsaturated fatty acids
Where is glycogen, a form of starch, mainly stored in animals?
Liver and muscles
What are proteins mainly composed of?
Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and Nitrogen
Which test can be used to identify the presence of proteins?
Millon’s reagent or Biuret test
What is the main component of plant cell walls?
Cellulose
Which elements are always present in all compounds?
Carbon and hydrogen
How are carbohydrates classified based on their size?
Monosaccharides and polysaccharides
What is the main function of carbohydrates in living organisms?
Energy provision
What do simple sugars like glucose serve as in carbohydrates?
Energy storage units
How do Benedict’s solution and Fehling’s A and B solutions react in the presence of glucose?
Change to red-brown upon heating
Why are carbohydrates referred to as 'saccharides'?
Originating from the word 'sugar'
Learn about how different chemical substances are made of atoms, and how atoms combine to form molecules. Explore the classification of compounds into inorganic and organic based on their elemental composition, including carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and phosphate.
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