Tests for biological molecules Flashcards

1
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What is the test for starch

A

Iodine solution
Brown to blue-black

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2
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What is the test for a reducing sugar?

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Benedicts solution
Heat in water bath
Blue to brick red precipitate

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3
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What is the test for a non reducing sugar?

A

Boil with hydrochloric acid
Benedicts test
Heat in water bath
Blue to brick red

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4
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What is the test for lipids?

A

Emulsion test (Ethanol and Water)
White layer

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5
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What is the test for proteins?

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Biurets solution
Blue to purple

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