carbohydrates Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
what are carbohydrates mainly used for?
A
-to store energy
-essential source of energy for cells during the processes of respiration and fermentation
2
Q
what are the 2 functions of polysaccharides?
A
1) energy storage (starch and glycogen)
2) structural support (cellulose and chitin)
3
Q
what are the 2 types of cyclic molecules glucose can form?
A
alpha and beta isomer
4
Q
what is created when alpha-glucose forms a polymer?
A
starch
5
Q
what is created when beta-glucose forms a polymer?
A
cellulose
6
Q
how does unbranched linkage occur?
A
C1-C4
7
Q
how does branched linkage occur?
A
C1-C6
