Chemistry for Changing Times
Chemistry for Changing Times
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ISBN: 9780134212777
Author: John W. Hill; Terry W. McCreary
Publisher: Pearson Education (US)
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The role of carbohydrates in the diet should be identified.

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Carbohydrate is a biomolecule which contains carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms. Dietary carbohydrates include sugar and starch. Sugars are monosaccharides and disaccharides. Starch is polysaccharide.

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Solution:

Main source of energy for the body.

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Carbohydrate molecules only contain carbon, oxygen and hydrogen atoms in specific ratios. The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy to the body. Most of the carbohydrates before entering the bloodstreams are converted into glucose which is taken by cells in the body and utilized in producing ATP molecules. It involves series of complex processes called cellular respiration. ATP provides energy which is used by cells for number of metabolic processes.

Thus, carbohydrates are the main source of energy storage for the body.

Conclusion

Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for the body.

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