Structures
The biomolecule that is shaped like rings.
Carbohydrates
What is the main function for nucleic acids?
store genetic information/create proteins
The most essential element in biomolecules.
Carbon
The biomolecule we did NOT test for in the lab.
What are nucleic acids?
The name for the single building blocks needed to create polymers.
What are monomers?
The monomer for this biomolecule resembles the letter E.
Lipids
The biomolecule that stores energy.
Lipids
We use the iodine test to test for the presence of __________.
Starches
The name for the carbohydrate monomer?
Simple sugar
Proteins are composed of long chains of __________.
Amino acids
What is the only biomolecule to contain Phosphorous?
Nucleic Acids
How do we test for lipids?
The paper bag test (check to see if light shines through)
Enzymes are a type of ____________.
Protein
Which biomolecule is composed of a 5-carbon sugar, phosphate, and nitrogen base?
Nucleic Acids
Name 2 biomolecules that provide structural support.
proteins and carbohydrates
Name the two carbohydrates we tested for?
Glucose and starches
What is a phospholipid?
A special type of lipid with two tails, makes up cell membranes.
A triglyceride contains 1 glycerol and 3 _______________________.
fatty acid chains
Hemoglobin helps transport oxygen. This is an example of a function for what type of biomolecule?
Proteins
Both lipids and carbohydrates contain carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. How can you tell them apart?
The ratios are different
What is the name of the solution that changes from blue to purple in the presence of protein?
Biuret solution
The addition or removal of ___________ causes biomolecules to sythesize or break apart.
water