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1.2: Carbohydrates: Monosaccharides

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This deck covers key concepts related to carbohydrates, focusing on the definitions of monomers and polymers, as well as the test for reducing sugars.

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Define monomer

Answer: Smaller sub-units that form larger units
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Definition
Define monomer
Answer: Smaller sub-units that form larger units
Define polymer
Answer: Many monomers joined together

Describe the test for reducing sugars

  1. Add 2cm3 of the sample to be tested to a test tube

  2. Add an equal volume of Benedict’s reagent

  3. Heat the mixture...

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1.2: Carbohydrates: Monosaccharides
TermDefinition
Define monomer
Answer: Smaller sub-units that form larger units
Define polymer
Answer: Many monomers joined together

Describe the test for reducing sugars

  1. Add 2cm3 of the sample to be tested to a test tube

  2. Add an equal volume of Benedict’s reagent

  3. Heat the mixture in a water bath for 5 mins

  4. If a reducing sugar is present the solution turns orange/red