Cambridge IGCSE · Sciences - Co-ordinated (Double) (0654)

Biological molecules: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 2 written questions with worked solutions. All on Biological molecules.

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Question 1

1 mark

Which chemical element is found in all proteins but is not usually found in carbohydrates or fats?

Question 2

1 mark

A student uses Biuret reagent to test a food sample. The color of the solution changes from blue to purple. Which biological molecule is present in the sample?

Question 3

1 mark

Which set of reagents would be required to show that a food sample contains both protein and reducing sugar?

Question 4

1 mark

A student tests a liquid food sample by adding Benedict's solution and heating the mixture in a water bath. The color changes from blue to orange. Which molecule is present?

Question 5

1 mark

Which table row correctly identifies the chemical elements present in proteins but NOT usually in fats or carbohydrates?

Question 6

3 marks

List the chemical elements that make up all protein molecules, identifying the specific element that is generally absent in carbohydrates and fats.

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Question 7

4 marks

State the reagents used and the expected positive colour changes for testing the presence of starch and proteins in a food sample.

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