EXAM- Simple Carbohydrates

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What is the process called when monosaccharides join and a molecule of water is removed?

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Condensation.

Front

What are simple sugars also known as?

Back

Monosaccharides.

Front

Which disaccharide is commonly known as table sugar?

Back

Sucrose.

Front

How does sugar influence the shelf life of baked goods?

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It helps maintain moisture, extending shelf life.

Front

How do plants produce carbohydrates through photosynthesis?

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By converting sunlight into chemical energy stored in glucose.

Front

What are the building blocks of carbohydrates?

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Monosaccharides.

Front

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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C6H12O6.

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What type of reaction breaks down disaccharides into monosaccharides?

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Hydrolysis.

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What is the main function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

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To provide energy.

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What are the two main types of carbohydrates?

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Simple carbohydrates and complex carbohydrates.