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What is the definition of Monosaccharides?

Complex carbohydrate
Type of fat
Long chain of sugars
Simple sugar, glucose (correct)

What is the definition of Disaccharides?

Table sugar (correct)
Concentrated source of energy
A long chain of simple sugars
Material from plant cells

What is the definition of Polysaccharides?

Sucrose
A long chain of simple sugars (correct)
Type of fiber
Simple sugar

What is Fiber?

<p>Material from plant cells that is left after other nutrients are digested. Helps produce positive bacteria and slows down digestion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Fats?

<p>Concentrated sources of energy for animals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Sugar Classification Notes

Monosaccharides:
- Basic unit of carbohydrates, often referred to as simple sugars.
- Primary example: Glucose, essential for energy production in the body.
Disaccharides:
- Formed by the combination of two monosaccharides.
- Common example: Sucrose, known as table sugar, used widely in cooking and food production.
Polysaccharides:
- Composed of long chains of monosaccharide units.
- Include complex carbohydrates such as starch and glycogen, important for energy storage.

Additional Notes on Nutritional Components

Fiber:
- Indigestible part of plant foods, contributes to digestive health.
- Promotes the growth of beneficial gut bacteria and helps slow down digestion, protecting the stomach and intestinal lining.
Fats:
- Provide a concentrated energy source for animals.
- Essential for various bodily functions, including hormone production and nutrient absorption.