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What type of isomer are fructose and glucose considered?
What type of isomer are fructose and glucose considered?
Galactose is a type of structural isomer.
Galactose is a type of structural isomer.
False
What is the molecular formula for glucose?
What is the molecular formula for glucose?
C6H12O6
Fructose, glucose, and galactose all share the same molecular formula, which is ______.
Fructose, glucose, and galactose all share the same molecular formula, which is ______.
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Match each monosaccharide with its classification:
Match each monosaccharide with its classification:
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Which of the following carbohydrates serves as an energy source?
Which of the following carbohydrates serves as an energy source?
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Glycogen is primarily used for structural support in organisms.
Glycogen is primarily used for structural support in organisms.
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What carbohydrate is known for its structural role in plants?
What carbohydrate is known for its structural role in plants?
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Oligosaccharides are involved in ___ communication.
Oligosaccharides are involved in ___ communication.
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Match the following carbohydrates with their main function:
Match the following carbohydrates with their main function:
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Which of the following is a monosaccharide?
Which of the following is a monosaccharide?
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Disaccharides are made up of three simple sugars.
Disaccharides are made up of three simple sugars.
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What is the general ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in carbohydrates?
What is the general ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in carbohydrates?
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Glucose has the molecular formula __________.
Glucose has the molecular formula __________.
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Match the following types of carbohydrates with their descriptions:
Match the following types of carbohydrates with their descriptions:
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Which of the following are six-carbon monosaccharides?
Which of the following are six-carbon monosaccharides?
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Ribose and deoxyribose are structural components of proteins.
Ribose and deoxyribose are structural components of proteins.
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Name two important five-carbon monosaccharides.
Name two important five-carbon monosaccharides.
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Monosaccharides with 6 carbons are known as ______.
Monosaccharides with 6 carbons are known as ______.
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Match each monosaccharide with its characteristic:
Match each monosaccharide with its characteristic:
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Which sugar is missing an oxygen atom compared to ribose?
Which sugar is missing an oxygen atom compared to ribose?
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Ribose has a hydroxyl group on every carbon atom.
Ribose has a hydroxyl group on every carbon atom.
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What is the chemical formula for deoxyribose?
What is the chemical formula for deoxyribose?
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The sugar produced during cellular respiration and used to form RNA is called ______.
The sugar produced during cellular respiration and used to form RNA is called ______.
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Match the sugars with their properties:
Match the sugars with their properties:
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How many covalent bonds can a carbon atom form?
How many covalent bonds can a carbon atom form?
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Nucleic acids are not considered essential molecules for living organisms.
Nucleic acids are not considered essential molecules for living organisms.
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Name one type of carbon-containing molecule essential to living organisms.
Name one type of carbon-containing molecule essential to living organisms.
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Carbon can form bonds with up to ___ other atoms.
Carbon can form bonds with up to ___ other atoms.
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Match the following organic molecule categories with their general function:
Match the following organic molecule categories with their general function:
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Which of the following is a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose?
Which of the following is a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose?
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Maltose is made up of one glucose and one galactose molecule.
Maltose is made up of one glucose and one galactose molecule.
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What are the two monosaccharides that combine to form lactose?
What are the two monosaccharides that combine to form lactose?
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The disaccharide maltose consists of _____ glucose molecules.
The disaccharide maltose consists of _____ glucose molecules.
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Match the following disaccharides with their components:
Match the following disaccharides with their components:
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Which of the following is NOT a major group of lipids?
Which of the following is NOT a major group of lipids?
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Lipids are highly polar and can dissolve in water.
Lipids are highly polar and can dissolve in water.
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List one minor component of lipids.
List one minor component of lipids.
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Lipids can be dissolved in _____ organic solvents.
Lipids can be dissolved in _____ organic solvents.
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Match the following lipid groups with their characteristics:
Match the following lipid groups with their characteristics:
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Which function of lipids is responsible for wrapping and protecting organs?
Which function of lipids is responsible for wrapping and protecting organs?
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Vitamins A, D, E, and K are all fat soluble.
Vitamins A, D, E, and K are all fat soluble.
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What is one primary structural role of lipids in the body?
What is one primary structural role of lipids in the body?
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Lipids provide __________ as a form of energy storage.
Lipids provide __________ as a form of energy storage.
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Match each vitamin with its primary function:
Match each vitamin with its primary function:
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Which of the following polysaccharides serves as an energy source for animals?
Which of the following polysaccharides serves as an energy source for animals?
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Humans can break down cellulose and use it for energy.
Humans can break down cellulose and use it for energy.
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What type of carbohydrate is primarily found in plants and consists of long chains of glucose?
What type of carbohydrate is primarily found in plants and consists of long chains of glucose?
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Glycogen is often referred to as __________.
Glycogen is often referred to as __________.
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Match the following polysaccharides with their function:
Match the following polysaccharides with their function:
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Study Notes
Isomers of Monosaccharides
- Structural isomers include fructose and glucose, both with the formula C6H12O6.
- Stereoisomer example: galactose, which also shares the formula C6H12O6 but differs in structure.
- Monosaccharides typically have 3 to 6 carbon atoms, with hexoses (6 carbons) being essential for humans.
Key Monosaccharides
- Glucose, fructose, and galactose are significant isomers of each other.
- Five-carbon monosaccharides include ribose and deoxyribose, essential structural components of RNA and DNA.
Monosaccharide Structures
- Deoxyribose has one hydroxyl group (OH) replaced by a hydrogen (H), integral to DNA structure.
- Ribose contains two hydroxyl groups (OH), important for RNA.
Functions of Carbohydrates
- Serve as energy sources (e.g., glucose).
- Act as energy storage molecules (e.g., starch in plants, glycogen in animals).
- Provide structural roles: cellulose in plants, chitin in animals.
- Facilitate cell communication via oligosaccharides.
Characteristics of Carbohydrates
- Carbohydrates consist of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a typical 1:2:1 ratio.
- They are classified into monosaccharides (one sugar), disaccharides (two sugars), and polysaccharides (many sugars).
Disaccharides
- Formed by the union of two monosaccharides.
- Examples:
- Sucrose (glucose + fructose)
- Lactose (glucose + galactose)
- Maltose (two glucose units)
Polysaccharides
- Composed of many monosaccharide units.
- Key types include:
- Glycogen: the primary energy reserve in animals.
- Starch: the energy storage form in plants, digestible by humans.
- Cellulose: structural component in plant cell walls, indigestible by humans.
Basic Principles of Organic Chemistry
- Carbon can form covalent bonds with up to four other atoms, making it essential for life.
- Organic molecules vital to organisms include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.
Overview of Lipids
- Composed primarily of carbon and hydrogen, with lower oxygen ratios and are less polar.
- Major lipid groups include triglycerides, phospholipids, and steroids.
Functions of Lipids
- Protection of organs and insulation under the skin.
- Regulation through hormones, such as steroids.
- Participation in fat-soluble vitamin absorption (A, D, E, K).
- Structure of cell membranes and provision of energy.
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Test your knowledge on structural and stereoisomers of monosaccharides, including fructose, glucose, and galactose. This quiz will help reinforce your understanding of their formulas and structures. Challenge yourself to identify the isomers and their characteristics!
