Roles of Carbohydrates Flashcards
1
Q
In your body some carbohydrates…
A
are a source of energy, become phosphorylated to become high energy, function as an anticoagulant and joint lubricants, form receptors by attaching proteins and lipids present on the cell surface, and determines blood type by attaching to proteins
2
Q
In the environment carbohydrates…
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become modified and form bacterial cell walls and the exoskeleton of invertebrates and forms polysaccharides that provide structural stability in plants
3
Q
Why is a person with type O blood considered to be a universal donor?
A
A person with type O blood is considered a universal donor because of the way their red blood cells lack certain antigens on their surface, making them compatible with all other blood types.
