CARBOHYDRATES

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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 are the monomers of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides are the monomers of carbohydrates.

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What is glycogen?

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Glycogen is a polysaccharide that serves as a form of energy storage in animals, primarily found in the liver and muscles.

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What carbohydrate do we store in our liver?

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Glycogen is the carbohydrate stored in the liver and serves as an energy reserve.

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What is the classification of a monosaccharide with 5 carbons?

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A monosaccharide made up of 5 carbons is classified as a pentose.

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What are carbohydrates made up of?

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Carbohydrates are made up of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O), typically in a ratio of 1:2:1.

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates in the body?

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The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy for the body.

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What is the difference between starch and glycogen?

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Starch is a polysaccharide used by plants for energy storage, while glycogen is used by animals.

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What are disaccharides?

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Disaccharides are carbohydrates formed by the combination of two monosaccharides, such as sucrose (glucose + fructose).

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What is cellulose?

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Cellulose is a polysaccharide that forms the structural component of plant cell walls.