Chap 3 Biomolecules

Front

Role of simple carbohydrates

Back

immediate energy source

Front

Role of fats

Back

Energy store or

Thermal insulation

Front

Role of proteins

Back

Cell growth and repair or

Make enzymes or

Make some types of hormones or

Make antibodies

Front

Basic unit of starch

Back

glucose

Front

Basic unit of proteins

Back

amino acid

Front

Basic unit of lipid

Back

Glycerol and

Fatty acid

Front

Positive result for Benedict's test

Back

Brick red precipitate

Front

Positive result for biuret test

Back

Solution turns violet

Front

Negative result for ethanol emulsion test

Back

Solution remains clear

Front

Basic unit of glcogen

Back

glucose