5 Questions
Which biomolecule is the most abundant in the biosphere?
Carbohydrates
Which of the following is an example of a simple sugar?
Sucrose
What provides more than 50% of the calories in the human diet?
Carbohydrates
What is the function of carbohydrates in the body?
Energy storage
What is the structure of cellulose?
Linear chain of glucose molecules
Test your knowledge of carbohydrates with this quiz! Learn to recognize and draw glucose, fructose, and ribose, as well as label the anomeric carbon. Understand the concept of "reducing sugar" and describe the structure and naming of oligosaccharides. Explore glycosidic bonds and become familiar with the structures of lactose and sucrose.
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