Carbohydrates Flashcard Review

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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Dehydration synthesis is a chemical reaction where two molecules combine to form a larger molecule with the loss of a water molecule.

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What type of carbohydrate is composed of two sugar molecules?

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Disaccharide.

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Give an example of a polysaccharide.

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Starch.

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What type of carbohydrate is composed of a single sugar molecule?

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Monosaccharide.

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What happens during hydrolysis?

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A compound is broken down into its constituent elements or smaller molecules by the addition of water molecules.

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What is a monosaccharide?

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A monosaccharide is the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar molecule, such as glucose or fructose.

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What is a disaccharide?

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A disaccharide is a carbohydrate composed of two monosaccharides linked together, such as sucrose (glucose + fructose).

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What is a polysaccharide?

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A polysaccharide is a carbohydrate that consists of long chains of monosaccharide units, such as starch, glycogen, and cellulose.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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Carbohydrates serve as a primary energy source, provide structural support, and play roles in cell recognition and signaling.

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What is the difference between starch and glycogen?

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Starch is a storage form of carbohydrates in plants, while glycogen is a storage form in animals.