Carbohydrates in Biochemistry
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What is the classification of glucose?

  • Polyhydroxy aldehyde (correct)
  • Aldose
  • Ketose
  • Polyhydroxy ketone
  • Which of the following is NOT a function of carbohydrates?

  • Serving as a short-term energy reserve
  • Forming the structural framework of DNA and RNA molecules
  • Providing energy through oxidation
  • Supplying carbon atoms for the synthesis of proteins (correct)
  • What do monosaccharides classified as aldose and ketose differ in?

  • Type of functional group (correct)
  • Degree of saturation
  • Number of carbon atoms
  • Type of glycosidic bond
  • Which compound is a polyhydroxy ketone?

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

    What are carbohydrates linked to lipids used for?

    <p>Forming part of cell membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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