12 Questions
What are carbohydrates composed of?
Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen
What is the simplest carbohydrate molecule?
Monosaccharides
What is the most common monosaccharide?
Glucose
What is the difference between monosaccharides and disaccharides?
Disaccharides are two monosaccharides joined together
What is an example of a disaccharide?
Sucrose
What is an example of a polysaccharide?
Starch
How many calories are in 1 gram of carbohydrates?
4
What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?
Saturated fats have no C=C double bond, while unsaturated fats have at least one
What is an example of a monounsaturated fat?
Olive oil
What is an example of a polyunsaturated fat?
Salmon
What is an example of a food containing trans-fat?
Partially hydrogenated oil
How many calories are in 1 gram of fat?
9
"Carb Confusion? Test Your Knowledge on the Role of Carbohydrates in Our Diet!" Learn about the importance of carbohydrates in our daily diet and how much we should consume. This quiz will challenge you to distinguish between monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. Impress your friends with your newfound knowledge on this essential nutrient.
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