1.2 carbohydrates Flashcards
1
Q
what are monosaccharides?
A
the monomers from which larger carbohydrates are made
2
Q
give three examples of monosaccharides
A
- glucose
- galactose
- fructose
3
Q
how does a glycosidic bond form?
A
a condensation reaction between two monosaccharides
4
Q
what are disaccharides?
A
two monosaccharides joined together with a glycosidic bond
5
Q
how is maltose formed?
A
formed by the condensation of: glucose + glucose
6
Q
how is sucrose formed?
A
formed by the condensation of: glucose + fructose
7
Q
how is lactose formed?
A
formed by the condensation of: glucose + galactose
8
Q
what is an isomer?
A
molecules with the same molecular formula but differently arranged atoms
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