B3. Biological molecules

  (0654) Coordinated Sciences 2023/2024

Subheadings and Key concepts

1. Carbohydrates
• simple, complex sugars
• Iodine test for starch
• Benedict's test for reducing sugars
2. Fats/lipids
• triglycerides
• ethanol emulsion test for fats + oils
3. Proteins
• amino acids --> proteins
• Biuret test for proteins
4. Water as a solvent