Types of carbohydrates

Question 1

The simplest form of carbohydrates, they are single sugar molecules.
Common examples are glucose, fructose and galactose.

Answer 1

Monosaccharides

Question 2

Made up of two monosaccharide molecules joined together. Examples include sucrose, lactose, and maltose.

Answer 2

Disaccharides

Question 3

Complex carbohydrates made up of many monosaccharide molecules linked together. They are often long chains, and can be branched or
straight.

Answer 3

Polysaccharides

Question 4

A type of polysaccharide that is a storage form of carbohydrates found in plants. Potatoes, bread, rice and pasta are good sources of starch.

Answer 4

Starches