Carbohydrate Flashcards

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1
Q

What element is found in carbohydrates

A

Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen

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2
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How many structural molecules variations does glucose molecule have

A

2
Alpha
Beta

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3
Q

What are the properties of glucose

A

White,Crystalline solid, sweet tasting and soluble in water

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4
Q

What is the function of glucose

A

Important respiratory substate

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5
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What are monosachrides

A

Small organic molecules used as building blocks for more complex carbohydrates

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6
Q

Wha does glucose + glucose =
Glucose + fructose =
Glucose + galactose =

A

Maltose
Sucrose
Lactose

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