6 Questions
Which process results in the formation of deoxyribose from ribose?
Deoxygenation
Substituting the C-6 hydroxyl group of glucose with a carboxyl group leads to the formation of:
Glucuronic acid
What is the common disaccharide found in milk and milk products?
Lactose
Which disaccharide is commonly found in wheat, barley, beer, and malt liquors?
Maltose
What modification of galactose results in the formation of galactosamine?
Amination
Which complex carbohydrate type consists of 3–10 saccharide units?
Oligosaccharide
Test your knowledge on monosaccharides, the simplest form of carbohydrates that cannot be broken down further by digestive enzymes. Learn about the structural features of monosaccharides, including aldehyde and ketone groups, as well as the number of carbons in the smallest monosaccharides.
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