Carbohydrates 3

Question 1

-Produced when starch molecules are broken down (digestion/fermentation)
-Glucose + Glucose

Answer 1

Maltose (Disaccharide)

Question 2

What animal has a unique metabolism that limits their ability to efficiently use large amounts of absorbed carbohydrates?

Answer 2

Cats

Question 3

Cats are classified as strict carnivores but this does not mean that they cannot digest and utilize carbohydrates. What is their ideal diet?

Answer 3

Low carb, High protein

Question 4

What happens if cats are fed large amounts of carbohydrates?

Answer 4

Maldigestion (diarrhea, bloating, flatulence)

Question 5

What is Gluconeogenesis?

Answer 5

The ability to use protein for energy instead of carbohydrates (Cats!)

Question 6

Are fats (lipids) soluble in water?

Answer 6

No, they are insoluble in water

Question 7

Which type of lipid is liquid at room temperature?

Answer 7

Oil

Question 8

Which type of lipid is solid at room temperature?

Answer 8

Saturated fats (animal fats)

Question 9

What are the 3 Types of Lipids?

Answer 9

1. Simple (Triglycerides)
2. Compound (Lipoproteins)
3. Derived (Cholesterol/fat soluble vitamins)

Question 10

Which macronutrient has the highest amount of energy (kcals)?

Answer 10

Fats (Modified Atwater 8.5 kcal/g)