Carbohydrate Chemistry Flashcards
1
Q
What is the carb chemical formula
A
CH2O
2
Q
Name the process by which carbs are synthesized
A
Photosynthesis
3
Q
Write the equation for photosynthesis
A
CO2 + H2O => CH2O + O2
4
Q
What organism synthesizes virtually all but one carb
A
Plants (milk has lactose carb)