Worksheet Biological Molecules
Worksheet Biological Molecules
Worksheet Biological Molecules
Biological molecules
1 Match the start of each sentence in column one with the most suitable ending from
column two. [5]
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c) What is the name of the reagent that is used to test for the presence of proteins in
solution? [1]
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d) Describe how the test for protein would be carried out. [2]
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3 The diagram below shows an experimental procedure used to test for glucose.
a) A few drops of a reagent are added to the sample solution. What is the name of this
reagent? [1]
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g) Tubes 1, 2 and 3 show the results obtained when three different solutions were
tested. Explain the results shown for each tube. [3]
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h) If you wanted to show that starch was present in a solution, what reagent would be
used and what colour change would be observed? [2]
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i) Describe the main differences between the structures of starch and glucose. [2]
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j) Which is the correct substrate for the enzyme? Explain your answer. [2]
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k) Using information in the diagram, explain what is meant by the lock and key
theory. [3]
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Description of molecule
Name of Building block of
molecule molecule
Found in plant cell walls
Haemoglobin
Found in cell membranes; doesn’t mix with
water
A storage carbohydrate in plants