Carbohydrates

Sugars and starches - a major class of biomolecules that provide energy.

Classification of Carbohydrates

TypeDescriptionExample
MonosaccharidesCannot be broken into simpler sugarsGlucose, Fructose
Oligosaccharides2-10 monosaccharide units joined togetherSucrose
PolysaccharidesMany monosaccharide units joined togetherStarch, Cellulose
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