Carbohydrates Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Plants use carbohydrates in three different ways:
A
- Fiber = structure + Shape
- Energy/fuel = to “respire” and grow
- Store = energy for the future
2
Q
Carbohydrate’s main function is to give us
A
Energy
3
Q
what are the 2 types of carbs
A
simple and complex
4
Q
carbohydrates are made up of
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Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
5
Q
how are carbohydrates produced by plants
A
photosynthesis, by the synthesis of water and carbon dioxide under the influence of sunlight
6
Q
simple carbohydrates give us
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quick energy
7
Q
Carbohydrates are converted to glucose which is needed by:
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all the tissues of the body, the brain and nervous system.
8
Q
what does excess carbohydrates turn into
A
fat
