Carbohydrate Quiz

What is the generic formula for all carbohydrates?

• C12H22O11

• C3H6O3

• C6H12O6

• Cn(H2O)n

Which of the following is a monosaccharide?

• Maltose

• Glucose

• Lactose

• Sucrose

What type of carbohydrate is formed from two monosaccharides?

• Monosaccharide

• Oligosaccharide

• Disaccharide

• Polysaccharide

Which of the following is an example of a disaccharide?

• Galactose

• Fructose

• Maltose

• Ribose

What is the primary role of carbohydrates in the human body?

• Storing fats

• Regulating hormones

• Building proteins

• Energy production

What are oligosaccharides made up of?

• Only glucose units

• 3-10 monosaccharides

• More than 10 monosaccharides

• 1-2 monosaccharides

Which carbohydrate is known as table sugar?

• Fructose

• Sucrose

• Maltose

• Lactose

What is the function of glycogen in the human body?

• Energy storage

• Energy production

• Protein synthesis

• Fat metabolism

Which type of carbohydrate is composed of more than 10 monosaccharide units?

• Monosaccharides

• Disaccharides

• Oligosaccharides

• Polysaccharides

What is the simplest form of carbohydrate?

• Monosaccharide

• Polysaccharide

• Disaccharide

• Oligosaccharide