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They are classified into monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. A monosaccharide has a carbonyl group, multiple hydroxls, can be calssified by its size of carbon skeleton, may exist as enantiomers, and is a major source of energy for cellular work. Disaccharides are formed by dehydration and poly saccharides can be considered as a storage function.
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Are carbohydrates considered hydrophobic?
No
How many carbohydrates are low carbohydrates?
30 to 50 grams of carbohydrates per day is considered as low carbohydrate diet.
Can you name some good carbohydrates?
Fresh fruit and vegetables can be considered 'good' carbohydrates.
What foods is not considered a simple Carbohydrates?
Proteins are not simple carbohydrates. Lean meats of any kind including chicken, steak and fish are not a simple carbohydrate. Whole grains are also not considered simple carbohydrates.
Is sugar considered fat?
no - sugar = carbohydrates
What carbohydrates are considered simple sugars?
Glucose
What are bad carbohydrates?
Some foods seen as 'bad' carbohydrates are refined (processed) carbohydrates. For a list of refined (processed) carbohydrates see the page link, further down this page, listed under Related Questions.
Why are chloroplast considered as carbohydrates factory and ribosome as protein factories?
Quite simply, chloroplasts make carbohydrates and ribosomes make proteins.
What combines with hydrogen and and oxygen to form Carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are composed of hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon. They can be considered hydrates of carbon. Common carbohydrates include monosaccharides, disaccharides, oligosaccharides, and polysaccharides.
What are fast carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates can work very quickly or very slowly. The carbs that are considered fast carbs are ones that have a high glycemic index.
Are potatoes and pasta are good sources of simple carbohydrates?
I believe potatoes and pasta are considered complex carbohydrates. Simple carbohydrates are things like table sugar, fruits, etc.
Are cookies and cake considered carbohydrates?
Yes, because they contain generally sugar.
