Carb Review

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What is the primary function of carbohydrates?

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Short term energy.

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What might happen if you didn't get enough carbohydrates?

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Your body wouldn't have enough energy to function.

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What type of carbohydrate is a disaccharide?

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A carbohydrate formed from two monosaccharides.

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What type of carbohydrate is a polysaccharide?

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A carbohydrate formed from many monosaccharides.

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What is the monomer of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

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Give an example of a monosaccharide.

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Glucose.

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Give an example of a disaccharide.

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Sucrose.

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Give an example of a polysaccharide.

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Starch.

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What is the role of carbohydrates in the diet?

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They provide energy and support bodily functions.

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What are the three main types of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.