IB Biology Topic B1.1: Carbohydrates and Lipids Notes

B1.1.1 Chemical properties of a carbon atom

11 minute read

B1.1.2 Production of macromolecules by condensation reactions

10 minute read

B1.1.3 Digestion of polymers into monomers by hydrolysis reactions

7 minute read

B1.1.4 Form and function of monosaccharides

9 minute read

B1.1.5 Polysaccharides as energy storage compounds

8 minute read

B1.1.6 Structure of cellulose

6 minute read

B1.1.7 Role of glycoproteins in cell–cell recognition

11 minute read

B1.1.8 Hydrophobic properties of lipids

7 minute read

B1.1.9 Formation of triglycerides and phospholipids by condensation reactions

15 minute read

B1.1.10 Difference between saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids

13 minute read

B1.1.11 Triglycerides in adipose tissues for energy storage and thermal insulation

13 minute read

B1.1.12 Formation of phospholipid bilayers

7 minute read

B1.1.13 Ability of non-polar steroids to pass through the phospholipid bilayer

16 minute read