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Biomolecules — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 11 · Biology

4 concept maps of Biomolecules for ICSE Class 11 Biology, each also written out as a text outline. Part of the ICSE Class 11 Biology syllabus.

103 questions44 flashcards3 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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Pie chart showing the percentage composition of elements in human body and living organisms

Pie chart showing the percentage composition of elements in human body and living organisms

The map in words

  • Carbon (C): 18.5
  • Hydrogen (H): 0.5
  • Oxygen (O): 65.0
  • Nitrogen (N): 3.3
  • Phosphorus (P): 1.0
  • Sulfur (S): 0.3
  • Other Elements: 11.4

Mind map showing the classification of carbohydrates into monosaccharides, oligosaccharides, and polysaccharides with examples

Mind map showing the classification of carbohydrates into monosaccharides, oligosaccharides, and polysaccharides with examples

The map in words

  • Carbohydrates
    • Monosaccharides
      • Trioses
        • Glyceraldehyde
      • Pentoses
        • Glucose
        • Ribose
        • Deoxyribose
      • Hexoses
        • Fructose
        • Galactose
    • Oligosaccharides
      • Disaccharides
        • Sucrose
        • Maltose
        • Lactose
      • Trisaccharides
    • Polysaccharides
      • Starch
      • Glycogen
      • Cellulose
      • Chitin

Classification of monosaccharides by number of carbon atoms and functional groups

Classification of monosaccharides by number of carbon atoms and functional groups

The map in words

  • Monosaccharides
    • By Carbon Number
      • Trioses (C3)
      • Tetroses (C4)
      • Pentoses (C5)
        • Ribose
        • Deoxyribose
      • Hexoses (C6)
        • Glucose
        • Fructose
    • By Functional Group
      • Aldoses Contain -CHO
      • Ketoses Contain =CO

Biomolecules as the chemical basis of living cells

Biomolecules as the chemical basis of living cells

The map in words

  • Biomolecules as the chemical basis of living cells
    • Cellular pool
    • Chemical composition of the cell
    • Metabolites
    • Carbohydrates
    • Proteins and amino acids
    • Lipids
    • Enzymes

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Biomolecules for ICSE Class 11 Biology?
Key topics in Biomolecules include Cellular Pool and Chemical Composition of Cells, Carbohydrates, Amino Acids and Proteins, Lipids. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
What do the concept maps for Biomolecules show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Biomolecules connect: Pie chart showing the percentage composition of elements in human body and living organisms; Mind map showing the classification of carbohydrates into monosaccharides, oligosaccharides, and polysaccharides with examples. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Biomolecules for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 103 practice questions on Biomolecules. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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