9 Questions
Which type of bond joins two monosaccharides to form a disaccharide?
Covalent bond
What is the disaccharide formed by glucose and fructose called?
Sucrose
Which disaccharide is formed by glucose and galactose?
Lactose
Which of the following is a polysaccharide found in animal cells?
Glycogen
Which subclass of lipids is responsible for the formation of cell membranes?
Phospholipids
What is the main physical property that characterizes lipids?
They have low solubility in water
Which of the following is a component of a fatty acid?
Carbon and Hydrogen
What is the most common length of a fatty acid chain?
16-18 carbon atoms
What is the difference between a saturated and unsaturated fatty acid?
The number of double bonds in the chain
"Sweet Little Molecules: Test Your Knowledge on Disaccharides!" Challenge yourself to identify the different types of disaccharides and their components in this quiz. Learn about the glycosidic bond that links two monosaccharides and discover examples such as sucrose, lactose, and maltose. Perfect for those interested in chemistry, biochemistry, or nutrition.
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