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CARBOHYDRATES @
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Carbohydrate | Macromolecule used mainly for quick or short-term energy |
| Monosaccharide | Monomer or building block of carbohydrates |
| Glucose | A monosaccharide used by cells for energy |
| Elements in Carbohydrates | Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen (CHO) |
| Main Function of Carbohydrates | Provide quick or short-term energy |
| Carbohydrate Ratio | Hydrogen and oxygen are usually in a 2:1 ratio |
| Examples of Carbohydrates | Sugars and starches |
| Polysaccharide | A carbohydrate made of many monosaccharides |
| Starch | Polysaccharide used by plants to store glucose |
| Glycogen | Polysaccharide used by animals to store glucose |
| Cellulose | Carbohydrate that provides structural support in plant cell walls |
| Photosynthesis Connection | Plants produce glucose during photosynthesis |
| Cellular Respiration Connection | Cells break down glucose to produce ATP |
| Simple Sugar | Another name for a monosaccharide |
| Carbohydrate Identification | Look for CHO, sugars, starches, glucose, or a 1:2:1 ratio |