Carbohydrates Quiz

What are the basic building blocks of carbohydrates?

• Monosaccharides

• Disaccharides

• Polysaccharides

• Oligosaccharides

Which of the following is a disaccharide?

• Glucose

• Fructose

• Lactose

• Ribose

What is the Haworth formula used for?

• Analyzing lipid composition

• Measuring pH levels

• Determining protein structure

• Representing ring structures of carbohydrates

Which carbohydrate is known for its storage function in animals?

• Maltose

• Starch

• Cellulose

• Glycogen

What is the primary structural component of plant cell walls?

• Glycogen

• Starch

• Cellulose

• Lactose

Which of the following is a property of glucose?

• It has a linear structure only

• It is a monosaccharide

• It is insoluble in water

• It is a disaccharide

Which of the following carbohydrates is a source of energy?

• Chitin

• Glycogen

• Cellulose

• Starch

What type of carbohydrate is sucrose?

• Polysaccharide

• Disaccharide

• Monosaccharide

• Oligosaccharide

Which carbohydrate is commonly found in milk?

• Maltose

• Fructose

• Lactose

• Glucose

What is the main function of starch in plants?

• Cell signaling

• Energy storage

• Structural support

• Transport