Carbohydrates
By: Jocelyn, Liliana and Kat
What is it made up of?
It is made up of Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen, usually with a hydrogen : oxygen atom ratio of 2 : 1
Monomer and Polymers
Monomer:
- Monosaccharide
Ex: Glucose, Galactose and Frustose
Polymers:
- Disaccharide
Ex: Maltose, Lactose, Sucrose
- Polysaccharide
Ex: Cellulose, Glycogen and starch
How does it Function? (what it does for you)
Carbohydrates have 5 major functions within the body:
- Energy supply, particularly for the brain in the form of glucose.
- Avoiding the breakdown of amino acids for energy.
- Avoiding ketosis from the breakdown of fatty acids.
- Cellular & recognition
- Dietary fiber