Carbohydrates Flashcards
1
Q
Monosaccharide
A
monomers from which larger carbohydrates are made.
2
Q
Examples of carbohydrates
A
Glucose, Galactose and Fructose
3
Q
What bond is formed between monosaccharides?
A
Glycosidic bond
4
Q
What is a Disaccharide made of?
A
Condensation of two monosaccharides
5
Q
What is Maltose, Sucrose and Lactose made of?
A
Maltose = glucose + glucose
Sucrose = glucose + fructose
Lactose = glucose + galactose
6
Q
What are the two isomers of glucose called?
A
Alpha and Beta Glucsoe
7
Q
Definition of Polysaccharide and examples
A
Condensation of many glucose units.
- GLYCOGEN AND STARCH are formed from condensation of alpha molecules
- CELLULOSE is formed by the condensation of beta glucose
8
Q
Biochemical Tests for reducing sugars and starch
A
Benedict’s solution for reducing sugars
Iodine/Potassium Iodide for starch
