Monosaccharides Flashcards
Carbohydrates - paper 1 - AQA
1
Q
How many elements does Carbohydrates contain
A
3 elements - carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
2
Q
What are monosaccharides
A
Single sugars
3
Q
Two functions of monosaccharides
A
- Used in respiration to release energy.
- Used as building blocks for larger and more complex carbohydrates
4
Q
3 types of monosaccharides
A
- Glucose
- Fructose
- Galactose
5
Q
What do the 3 types of monosaccharides have in common
A
- They are Hexoses
- They have the same formula C6H1206
- They are isomers
6
Q
What are isomers
A
Same molecular formula but different structures
7
Q
Monosaccharides are _____________ sugars.
A
Monosaccharides are reducing sugars.
