Carbohydrate Chemistry: Definition, Structure, and Classification
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What do carbohydrates provide when consumed?

  • Proteins
  • Minerals
  • Vitamins
  • Energy (correct)
  • How are carbohydrates defined in terms of chemical structure?

  • Aldehyde or ketone derivatives of polyhydric alcohols (correct)
  • Organic acids
  • Esters
  • Alcohols
  • What is the primary function of our bodies in relation to carbohydrates?

  • Break down carbohydrates to extract energy (correct)
  • Store excess carbohydrates as glycogen
  • Convert carbohydrates into proteins
  • Metabolize carbohydrates into fats
  • What type of compounds are monosaccharides and disaccharides?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the biological importance of carbohydrates?

    <p>Structural components of cell membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of isomerism is commonly observed in carbohydrates?

    <p>Structural isomerism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biomolecule is primarily used by our bodies to produce energy?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when more sugar is consumed than needed for energy?

    <p>It results in conversion of the sugars to fat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of carbohydrates found on the surface of cells?

    <p>To act as 'road signs' for molecules to distinguish one cell from another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do ABO blood markers found on red blood cells consist of?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do carbohydrates in our body prevent blood clots?

    <p>By reducing platelet aggregation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major fuel for the tissues in our body?

    <p>Glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which carbohydrate serves as dietary fibers and is non-digestible?

    <p>Cellulose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is associated with a deficiency in the enzyme needed to metabolize galactose?

    <p>Galactosemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What compounds are formed when carbohydrates combine with lipids?

    <p>Glycolipids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do carbohydrates combine with proteins to form?

    <p>Glycoproteins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the biomedical importance of ribose?

    <p>It is found in nucleic acid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What important role do non-digestible carbohydrates serve in the body?

    <p>They serve as dietary fibers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role of carbohydrates in the body?

    <p>Aiding in the breakdown of proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of carbohydrates provide energy when consumed?

    <p>Monosaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of carbohydrates in our bodies?

    <p>To provide energy for cellular processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the chemical nature of carbohydrates?

    <p>They are aldehyde or ketone derivatives of polyhydric alcohols</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which role do non-digestible carbohydrates primarily serve in the body?

    <p>Promoting gut health and regular bowel movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major role of polysaccharides in the body?

    <p>Storing and providing energy for metabolic processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary carbohydrate our bodies use to produce energy?

    <p>Glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are simple carbohydrates commonly referred to?

    <p>Simple sugars</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which carbohydrate is found in milk and is associated with lactose intolerance?

    <p>Galactose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do ABO blood markers found on red blood cells consist of?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biomolecule is primarily used by our bodies to prevent blood clots?

    <p>Carbohydrates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What disease is associated with a deficiency in the enzyme needed to metabolize galactose?

    <p>Galactosemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of carbohydrates are non-digestible and serve as dietary fibers?

    <p>Polysaccharides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which carbohydrate is the major fuel for the tissues in our body?

    <p>Glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are carbohydrates classified as?

    <p>Biomolecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do carbohydrates found on the surface of cells play?

    <p>Distinguishing cells from one another</p> Signup and view all the answers

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