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Carbohydrates Definition and Formula

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What is the process by which green plants form carbohydrates?

Respiration

Fermentation

Photosynthesis (correct)

Decomposition

What is the general formula for carbohydrates?

C(H2O)n (correct)

H2O2C

CO2H4

CH4O2

What is another name for carbohydrates?

Monosaccharides

Saccharide (correct)

Polysaccharides

Disaccharides

What elements do carbohydrates contain?

<p>Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of carbon dioxide for carbohydrate formation in green plants?

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Carbohydrates

Organic molecules composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
Formed by green plants through photosynthesis, utilizing CO2 and water.
General formula is C(H2O)n, meaning "watered carbon".
Also known as saccharides, which translates to "sugars".

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Learn about the definition, formation, and formula of carbohydrates, also known as saccharides or sugars. Understand how green plants form them through photosynthesis.