Monosaccharides Flashcards
1
Q
What is the molecular formula of glucose?
A
C H O
6 12 6
2
Q
What is the general formula of a monosaccharide?
A
C H O
n 2n n
3
Q
What are the 4 types of common monosaccharides?
A
Alpha glucose
Beta glucose
Fructose
Galactose
4
Q
What is the difference between alpha and beta glucose?
A
Slightly different structure
The H and OH are switched on the right
5
Q
Alpha and beta glucose are molecular isomers. What is the definition of an
Isomer?
A
Have the same atoms but they are arranged differently
6
Q
What are the uses of monosaccharides in organisms?
A
• Respiratory substrate (energy source)
• structural components in plasma membranes
• energy storage
