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Which of the following pairs correctly matches a sugar type with its description?
Which of the following pairs correctly matches a sugar type with its description?
- Fructose: Monosaccharide present in fruits (correct)
- Starch: Storage form of sugar in animals
- Sucrose: Polysaccharide commonly known as table salt
- Glucose: Disaccharide found in milk
During intense exercise, the body breaks down a certain polysaccharide to release glucose for energy. Which polysaccharide is most likely being broken down?
During intense exercise, the body breaks down a certain polysaccharide to release glucose for energy. Which polysaccharide is most likely being broken down?
- Starch
- Glycogen (correct)
- Sucrose
- Lactose
A patient is diagnosed with lactose intolerance. Which disaccharide are they having trouble digesting, and what two monosaccharides is it composed of?
A patient is diagnosed with lactose intolerance. Which disaccharide are they having trouble digesting, and what two monosaccharides is it composed of?
- Lactose, composed of glucose and galactose (correct)
- Sucrose, composed of glucose and galactose
- Starch, composed of fructose and fructose
- Maltose, composed of glucose and fructose
If a scientist is studying energy storage in plants, which polysaccharide would be of MOST interest?
If a scientist is studying energy storage in plants, which polysaccharide would be of MOST interest?
Which of the following lists contains ONLY disaccharides?
Which of the following lists contains ONLY disaccharides?
Flashcards
Monosaccharides
Monosaccharides
Simple sugars that cannot be broken down further by hydrolysis.
Glucose
Glucose
A common monosaccharide; the primary source of energy for cells.
Disaccharides
Disaccharides
Sugars composed of two monosaccharides joined by a glycosidic bond.
Sucrose
Sucrose
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Polysaccharides
Polysaccharides
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Study Notes
- Monosaccharides include glucose, fructose (fruit sugar), and galactose.
- Disaccharides include sucrose (table sugar, sweeteners), maltose and lactose (milk sugar).
- Polysaccharides include glycogen, which is the storage form of sugar in animals.
- Polysaccharides also include starch, the storage form of sugar in plants.
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Description
This lesson covers different types of saccharides. It describes monosaccharides such as glucose, fructose, and galactose. It also explains disaccharides like sucrose, maltose, and lactose, as well as polysaccharides, including glycogen and starch.
