Basic Biochemistry Flashcards
1
Q
what are 3 monosaccharides
A
- glucose
- fructose
- galactose
2
Q
what is a disaccharide
A
a combination or 2 monosaccharides
* glucose and fructose = sucrose
* glucose and glucose =maltose
* glucose and galactose - lactose
3
Q
what is a polysaccharide
A
starch + glucose + cellulose
4
Q
what are contractile proteins
A
- actin
- myosin