Carbohydrates
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Which of the following is the correct definition of carbohydrates?

  • Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones (correct)
  • Carbohydrates are complex molecules made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen
  • Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for the body
  • Carbohydrates are simple sugars found in plants and animals

    • What is the major metabolic fuel of mammals (except ruminants)?

  • Protein
  • Glucose (correct)
  • Lipids
  • Carbohydrates

    • Where is glucose synthesized in plants?

  • Liver
  • Muscles
  • Photosynthesis (correct)
  • Glycolysis

    • What are ribose and deoxyribose important for?

    <p>Nucleic acid synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is galactose important for synthesis?

    <p>Lactose production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a role of carbohydrates?

    <p>Synthesis of nucleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is glucose synthesized in plants?

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

    How do animals primarily obtain carbohydrates?

    <p>By consuming them from plants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of glucouronic acid?

    <p>Conjugation with fat-soluble substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the importance of galactose in milk?

    <p>Synthesis of lactose</p> Signup and view all the answers

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