what elements do carbohydrates contain?
carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
what is the ratio of hydrogen to oxygen in carbohydrates?
2 hydrogen : 1 oxygen
why are carbohydrates organic?
they contain carbon
what three groups can carbohydrates be classified into?
monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides
what are 4 properties of monosaccharides and disaccharides?
small, soluble, easy to transport, sweet to taste