Understanding Carbohydrates

What are carbohydrates primarily composed of?

• Proteins

• Lipids

• Simple sugars

• Nucleic acids

Which of the following is an example of isomers?

• Glucose and Galactose

• Glucose and Fructose

• Fructose and Sucrose

• Starch and Cellulose

What is the process called when water is lost and a covalent bond is formed between sugar monomers?

• Hydrolysis

• Dehydration synthesis

• Oxidation

• Reduction

Which complex carbohydrate is primarily used for energy storage in animals?

• Chitin

• Glycogen

• Starch

• Cellulose

What is the process called when complex carbohydrates are broken down into simple sugars?

• Dehydration synthesis

• Fermentation

• Hydrolysis

• Photosynthesis