Podcast
Questions and Answers
Which of the following elements are found in carbohydrates?
Which of the following elements are found in carbohydrates?
What is the typical hydrogen–oxygen atom ratio in carbohydrates?
What is the typical hydrogen–oxygen atom ratio in carbohydrates?
Which group includes sugars, starch, and cellulose in biochemistry?
Which group includes sugars, starch, and cellulose in biochemistry?
Which suffix is commonly used for the names of monosaccharides and disaccharides?
Which suffix is commonly used for the names of monosaccharides and disaccharides?
Signup and view all the answers
What are the four chemical groups that saccharides are divided into?
What are the four chemical groups that saccharides are divided into?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Elements in Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates primarily consist of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O).
- The general formula for many carbohydrates is Cn(H2O)m, reflecting their composition.
Hydrogen–Oxygen Ratio
- The typical hydrogen-to-oxygen atom ratio in carbohydrates is 2:1.
- This ratio mirrors the structure of water (H2O).
Group of Carbohydrates
- Sugars, starch, and cellulose are categorized under carbohydrates in biochemistry.
- These compounds serve essential roles as energy sources and structural components.
Suffix in Carbohydrate Nomenclature
- Monosaccharides and disaccharides commonly end with the suffix “-ose.”
- Examples include glucose (monosaccharide) and sucrose (disaccharide).
Types of Saccharides
- Saccharides are divided into four major chemical groups:
- Monosaccharides: the simplest form (e.g., glucose)
- Disaccharides: formed by two monosaccharides (e.g., sucrose)
- Oligosaccharides: consist of several monosaccharides (typically 3-10)
- Polysaccharides: long chains of monosaccharides (e.g., starch, cellulose)
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Description
Test your knowledge about the basic properties and composition of carbohydrates, including their elemental composition and empirical formula.
