12 Questions
What type of molecules are made up of repeating smaller units known as monomers?
Polymers
Which functional group characterizes an aldose monosaccharide?
Aldehydic
What type of reaction breaks down complex carbohydrates like polysaccharides into simpler forms?
Hydrolysis
Which sugar is considered the principle building block of all other carbohydrates?
Glucose
What is the main source of galactose for the body?
Lactose
Which sugar is an isomer of glucose and is commonly found in honey and fruit?
Fructose
What type of bond does maltose possess?
Alpha bond
Which sugar is commonly known as table sugar and is found in plants like sugar cane and maple syrup?
Sucrose
What is the primary sugar found in milk and milk products?
Lactose
What enzyme breaks down lactose into glucose and galactose?
Lactase
How can one temporarily decrease lactase production leading to secondary lactose maldigestion?
By avoiding dairy products
What function do sugars serve in food by causing the bacterium to lose water through osmosis?
Preservatives
Learn about polymers, biopolymers, condensation reactions, and carbohydrates. Explore the monomer units such as monosaccharides, amino acids, and nucleotides. Understand the composition, classification, and structure of carbohydrates.
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