Disaccharides Flashcards
1
Q
What is the composition of sucrose?
A
- Glucose
- Fructose
2
Q
What is the name of the bond in sucrose
A
Alpha 1-2 beta glycosidic bond
3
Q
What is the food source of sucrose?
A
Table (cane) sugar
4
Q
What color is Benedict’s solution when added to a solution of sucrose?
A
Blue
5
Q
What is the composition of lactose?
A
- Galactose
- Glucose
6
Q
What is the name of the bond of lactose?
A
Beta 1-4 glycosidic bond
7
Q
What is the food source of lactose?
A
Milk sugar
8
Q
What is unique about lactose?
A
Animal source is only source of the carbohydrate
9
Q
What is the composition of maltose?
A
2 glucose
10
Q
What is the name of the bond in maltose?
A
Alpha 1-4 glycosidic bond
11
Q
What is the food source of maltose?
A
Malt sugar
12
Q
How is maltose formed in the mouth during digestion?
A
Amylose by amylase
