Carbohydrates

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What type of carbohydrate is a disaccharide?

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A disaccharide is a carbohydrate formed by the combination of two monosaccharides through a process called dehydration synthesis.

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What elements make up carbohydrates?

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Carbohydrates are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

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Is cellulose the most abundant organic compound on Earth?

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True, cellulose is the most abundant organic compound on Earth.

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Which of the following is NOT a property of a disaccharide?

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The ratio of 1:2:1 is NOT a property of a disaccharide; this ratio is characteristic of carbohydrates in general.

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Is cellulose easy to digest?

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False, cellulose is not easy to digest for humans.

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What are monosaccharides?

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Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose and fructose.

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What is the process of forming a disaccharide from monosaccharides called?

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The process is called dehydration synthesis, where a water molecule is removed to join two monosaccharides.

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What is the general formula for carbohydrates?

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The general formula for carbohydrates is Cn(H2O)n, where n is the number of carbon atoms.

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What is the main function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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The main function of carbohydrates is to provide energy and serve as structural components.

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What are polysaccharides?

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Polysaccharides are complex carbohydrates formed by long chains of monosaccharide units, such as starch and glycogen.