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Biochemistry: Carbohydrates

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Which of the following functions is NOT associated with carbohydrates?

Supporting muscle contraction (correct)

Providing energy through oxidation

Supplying carbon for cell component synthesis

Forming part of cell structures

Which of these is a correct statement about biomolecules?

They only function within the circulatory system.

They include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. (correct)

They are only composed of lipids and proteins.

They are irrelevant to living organisms.

What is the study of the chemistry of biomolecules and living organisms called?

Biology

Biophysics

Biochemistry (correct)

Biotechnology

Carbohydrates can be classified as:

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Which of the following is NOT a biological importance of carbohydrates?

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Biological Importance of Carbohydrates

Provide energy through oxidation
Supply carbon for the synthesis of cell components
Serve as a form of stored chemical energy
Form part of the structures of some cells and tissues

Biomolecules

Include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, and other compounds
Are closely associated with living organisms

Biochemistry

Study of the chemistry of biomolecules and living organisms

Classification of Carbohydrates

Polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones
Substances that yield polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones on hydrolysis

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Learn about the importance of carbohydrates in biological systems, including their role in energy production, cell synthesis, and more. Discover their role as biomolecules and their significance in biochemistry.