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What is the formula of a simple carbohydrate?
What is the formula of a simple carbohydrate?
- Cn(H2O)2n
- Cn(H2O)n (correct)
- Cn(H2O)n+1
- CnH2O
Which type of carbohydrates are best for diet in terms of providing energy?
Which type of carbohydrates are best for diet in terms of providing energy?
- Disaccharides
- Polysaccharides
- Monosaccharides
- Complex carbohydrates (correct)
What is the main function of carbohydrates in the human body?
What is the main function of carbohydrates in the human body?
- Storehouse of chemical energy (correct)
- Precursor for other biomolecules
- Supply carbon atoms for the synthesis of other biochemical substances
- Structural components of DNA
What percentage of the earth's biomass do carbohydrates comprise?
What percentage of the earth's biomass do carbohydrates comprise?
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Which type of carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehydes and ketones, or compounds that can be hydrolyzed to them?
Which type of carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehydes and ketones, or compounds that can be hydrolyzed to them?
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Study Notes
Carbohydrates Overview
- The formula of a simple carbohydrate is Cx(H2O)y.
Functions and Benefits
- Complex carbohydrates are best for diet in terms of providing energy.
Biological Significance
- The main function of carbohydrates in the human body is to provide energy.
Abundance
- Carbohydrates comprise a significant percentage of the earth's biomass, approximately __% (exact percentage not specified).
Classification
- A specific type of carbohydrates is classified as polyhydroxy aldehydes and ketones, or compounds that can be hydrolyzed to them.
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