Carbohydrates Flashcards
1
Q
Formed by…
A
C, H and O
2
Q
(-OH) and (-CO or -CHO)
A
Hydroxy and carbonyl group
3
Q
Synthesis done during…
A
Photosynthesis
4
Q
Monosaccharides
A
- Glucose
- Fructose
- Galactose
5
Q
Monosaccharides used for…
A
energy for cells
6
Q
Glucose found in…
A
Dextrose or blood sugar
7
Q
Fructose found in…
A
Fruits
8
Q
Galactose found in…
A
Dairy
9
Q
Disaccharides
A
- Sucrose
- Lactose
- Maltose
10
Q
Disaccharides used for…
A
natural sweeteners / short term energy
11
Q
Sucrose
A
Glucose + Fructose (Fruits)
12
Q
Lactose
A
Glucose + Galactose (Diary)
13
Q
Maltose
A
Glucose + Glucose (Cereals)
14
Q
Bonds between CARBOHYDRATE CHAINS
A
Glycosidic bond
15
Q
alpha - bonded
A
energy storage
