Understanding Carbohydrates

Which of the following is NOT a function of carbohydrates in plants?

• Providing energy

• Producing nectar

• Forming cell walls

• Storing genetic information

What is the general formula for carbohydrates?

• C12H22O11

• C6H12O6

• CnH2mOm

• C2H4O2

Which of the following is a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose?

• Lactose

• Maltose

• Sucrose

• Galactose

What is the process called when a disaccharide is broken down into monosaccharides with the addition of water?

• Oxidation

• Hydrolysis

• Condensation

• Reduction

Which of the following is an example of a polysaccharide?

• Fructose

• Starch

• Sucrose

• Glucose