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Biological molecules (Definitions (Monomers (Subunits from which larger…
Biological molecules
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Carbohydrates
Composed of carbon, hydrogen + oxygen
General formula Cx(H2O)y
Monosaccharides
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Reducing sugars
Benedict's Test
Equal volumes of sugar solution + Benedict's reagent
Shake + boil
Blue->Brick red (reduce copper ions to copper oxide)
Examples
Beta-glucose
Alpha-glucose
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Disaccharides
Formed when 2 monosaccharides join together in a condensation reaction, forming a glycosidic bond
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