12 Questions
What are the two main groups of carbohydrates?
Saccharides and Polysaccharides
What are the three main monosaccharides important in nutrition?
Glucose, Fructose, Galactose
Which monosaccharide is commonly known as blood sugar?
Glucose
What is the sweetest of the sugars among monosaccharides?
Fructose
Which disaccharide is formed by a combination of glucose and galactose?
Lactose
What are the three disaccharides mentioned in the text?
Lactose, Sucrose, Maltose
What is the ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in carbohydrates?
1:2:1
What is Mallard reaction commonly associated with?
Muffins
What process is Gelatinization related to in the context of food?
Carrots
What is Dextrinization often linked to in terms of food?
Bread
What is the energy value provided by one gram of carbohydrates?
16 kJ (3.75 Kcal)
How does carbohydrate act as a protein sparer?
By providing energy, allowing proteins to focus on growth and repair
Test your knowledge on carbohydrates, which are essential nutrients needed by the body in large amounts. Learn about the Mallard reaction, Gelatinization, and Dextrinization processes. Understand how carbohydrates, such as sugars and starches, provide energy for the body.
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