Carbohydrates Flashcards
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Q
What 3 atoms do carbohydrates contain
A
Carbon hydrogen and oxygen
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What are carbohydrates
A
They are a group of substances used as both energy sources and structural materials in organisms
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What is general formula for carbohydrates
A
Cx (H2O)y
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What are 3 main groups of carbohydrates
A
Monosaccharides - simple sugars
Disaccharides - double sugars formed from two monosaccharides
Polysaccharides - large molecules formed from many monosaccharides
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What is general formula for monosaccharides
A
(CH2O)n
Where n can be 3-7
