Sucrose
Sort by:
- Difference Between Glucose and SucroseArticle describes the difference between glucose and normal table sugar (sucrose) and how they are treated differently inside the body
Experiment: Mineral Growth LabA look into the growth of minerals and how you can make your own at home.
5 Myths About SugarIt would be a mistake to classify all sugars as bad, based upon the egregious reputation that sucrose has achieved. Here are five myths about sugar that help to dispel the name that sucrose has imparted upon all sugars.- Sugar and Artificial Sweeteners and Tooth DecayWhich sweeteners are natural sugars, which are not, and which are safe for kids?
- Diffusion Experiment: Osmosis in Sucrose SolutionsSee the effects of diffusion through a selectively permeable membrane when placed in a sucrose solution. This experiment is a model of how diffusion takes place. The dialysis tubing serves as the permeable membrane with which diffusion will occur.
- Scientists Discover Why Table Sugar Always Melts at Different TemperaturesFood scientists have discovered that sucrose doesn’t retain its chemical identity after becoming molten. This discovery could lead to new uses of sugar.
- Understanding Sugar Alcohols and How They Reduce Calories in FoodArticle describes the basics of sugar alcohols and how they are used by food manufacturers to reduce the total calories in food.
- Does Sugar Relieve Pain?The Mary Poppins character from children's book series, Disney movie and Broadway play, may have had it right all along. A study released in May 2010 says sugar may help beyond hiding medicine taste.
Why Does Concentrated Sulfuric Acid Turn Sugar Black?High School demonstrations may include the dehydration reaction of sucrose--ordinary table sugar--with concentrated sulfuric acid. Properly supervised, this reaction can teach and impress individuals with the importance of safety in the laboratory.- Healthy & Organic Eating: How to Avoid the HypeSimply reading the nutritional facts chart of a product may not always reflect the true values of the product. Knowing the ingredients will shed light on the truth.
- Plant Tissues Lab Report IB International Baccaleaureate BiologyObjective: improving skills in using the microscope, preparing temporary mounts, observing characteristics of plant cells, testing for starch, osmosis and turgidity within plant cells.
Bananas Have Many BenefitsSome people might not realize that the fruit known as the banana can have many benefits for your health. It ranges from decreasing blood pressure to easing your nervous system to even helping with a hangover!- Preventing DiseaseTo be in the best of health, develop good eating habits now to prevent any disease from occuring.
- Identifying Sugar in FoodThis article will teach you the numerous names sugar hides behind in food and beverage products.
