Carbohydrates

Front

What is the smallest unit a biomolecule can be broken down into while still maintaining its properties?

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Monomer

Front

What are molecules that occur naturally in living organisms called?

Back

Biomolecules

Front

What process occurs when a single water molecule is removed from between two monomers to form polymers?

Back

Dehydration synthesis

Front

Which element can form 4 bonds and is known as the 'backbone of life'?

Back

Carbon

Front

What two molecules combine to form lactose?

Back

Glucose + Galactose

Front

What are the three main types of carbohydrates?

Back

Monosaccharides, Disaccharides, Polysaccharides

Front

What is the primary function of carbohydrates in living organisms?

Back

To provide energy and support cellular structure.

Front

What is a monosaccharide?

Back

The simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of a single sugar unit.

Front

What is a disaccharide?

Back

A carbohydrate formed from two monosaccharides.

Front

What is a polysaccharide?

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A carbohydrate that consists of long chains of monosaccharide units.