1. a) Construct two molecules, each with 4 carbons, with one being soluble in water and the other being insoluble in water. Insert the two molecules into the space below. Soluble Insoluble b) Describe the differences in the two molecules which accounts for their differing solubility. | 2. a) Construct a glucose molecule. Insert below (Marks: 2) b) What functional groups are present in a glucose molecule (Hint: Think straight chain). (Marks: 2)

1. a) Construct two molecules, each with 4 carbons, with one being soluble in water and the other being insoluble in water. Insert the two molecules into the space below. Soluble Insoluble b) Describe the differences in the two molecules which accounts for their differing solubility. | 2. a) Construct a glucose molecule. Insert below (Marks: 2) b) What functional groups are present in a glucose molecule (Hint: Think straight chain). (Marks: 2)

BIOLOGY:CONCEPTS+APPL.(LOOSELEAF)

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ISBN:9781305967359

Author:STARR

Publisher:STARR

Chapter3: Molecules Of Life

Section: Chapter Questions

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