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Which elements are present in carbohydrates and in what ratio?
Which elements are present in carbohydrates and in what ratio?
- C, H, O (1:2:1 ratio) (correct)
- C, H, O (1:1:1 ratio)
- C, H, O (2:1:1 ratio)
- C, H, O (2:2:1 ratio)
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in our body?
What is the primary function of carbohydrates in our body?
- To provide structural support
- To serve as the primary energy source (correct)
- To regulate body temperature
- To transport oxygen in the blood
What is the monomer (building block) of carbohydrates?
What is the monomer (building block) of carbohydrates?
- Lipids
- Monosaccharides (correct)
- Polysaccharides
- Proteins
Which of the following is a polysaccharide?
Which of the following is a polysaccharide?
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What process produces carbohydrates in plants?
What process produces carbohydrates in plants?
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Which of the following is an example of a monosaccharide?
Which of the following is an example of a monosaccharide?
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What is the main difference between monosaccharides and disaccharides?
What is the main difference between monosaccharides and disaccharides?
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What is the characteristic of oligosaccharides?
What is the characteristic of oligosaccharides?
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Which polysaccharide is the principal structural component of plants?
Which polysaccharide is the principal structural component of plants?
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What is the size range of polysaccharides?
What is the size range of polysaccharides?
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