Carbohydrates

Question 1

What are the four main types of macromolecules?

Answer 1

Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleic acids.

Question 2

What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

Answer 2

To provide energy to the body.

Question 3

True or False: Carbohydrates are only found in plant-based foods.

Answer 3

False.

Question 4

Fill in the blank: The basic unit of carbohydrates is called a _____ .

Answer 4

monosaccharide.

Question 5

What are the three main types of carbohydrates?

Answer 5

Monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.

Question 6

Which monosaccharide is known as blood sugar?

Answer 6

Glucose.

Question 7

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

Answer 7

C6H12O6.

Question 8

What type of carbohydrate is sucrose?

Answer 8

Disaccharide.

Question 9

True or False: Polysaccharides are composed of many monosaccharide units.

Answer 9

True.

Question 10

Name one example of a polysaccharide.

Answer 10

Starch, glycogen, or cellulose.

Question 11

What is the main storage form of glucose in animals?

Answer 11

Glycogen.

Question 12

What is the primary structural component of plant cell walls?

Answer 12

Cellulose.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: Carbohydrates can be classified as _____ or _____ based on their structure.

Answer 13

simple; complex.

Question 14

What type of carbohydrate is lactose?

Answer 14

Disaccharide.

Question 15

True or False: Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that the body can fully digest.

Answer 15

False.

Question 16

How are carbohydrates typically classified based on their size?

Answer 16

As simple or complex carbohydrates.

Question 17

What is the role of dietary fiber in human health?

Answer 17

To aid digestion and promote gut health.

Question 18

Which carbohydrate is commonly referred to as table sugar?

Answer 18

Sucrose.

Question 19

What is the difference between soluble and insoluble fiber?

Answer 19

Soluble fiber dissolves in water, while insoluble fiber does not.

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The process by which plants convert sunlight into carbohydrates is called _____ .

Answer 20

photosynthesis.

Question 21

What is a common source of carbohydrates in the diet?

Answer 21

Grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes.

Question 22

True or False: All carbohydrates are unhealthy.

Answer 22

False.

Question 23

What happens to excess carbohydrates in the body?

Answer 23

They are converted to fat for storage.

Question 24

Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for energy storage?

Answer 24

Carbohydrates.

Question 25

What is the effect of high carbohydrate intake on blood sugar levels?

Answer 25

It can cause spikes in blood sugar levels.

Question 26

Name one health risk associated with excessive carbohydrate consumption.

Answer 26

Obesity or diabetes.