5 Questions
Which group of carbohydrates contains more than 10 monosaccharide units per molecule?
Polysaccharides
What is the chemical nature of carbohydrates?
Polyhydroxy alcohols with an aldehyde or keto group
What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?
Acting as a storage form of energy
Which group of carbohydrates contains from 3 to 10 monosaccharide units per molecule?
Oligosaccharides
What is the general formula for carbohydrates?
Cn(H2O)n
Test your knowledge on carbohydrates and their chemical nature and biomedical importance. Learn about their chemical formula, functions, and why they are the most abundant organic molecules in nature.
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