define carbohydrates
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A carbohydrate is a naturally occurring compound, or a derivative of such a compound, with the general chemical formula Cx(H2O)y, made up of molecules of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O). Carbohydrates are the most widespread organic substances and play a vital role in all life.
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⭐ Carbohydrates ⭐
Carbohydrates are thought to be the most abundant organic substances in nature. They can be broadly divided into two main groups; simple carbohydrates (or sugars) and complex carbohydrates (AKA starches). Common examples of simple carbohydrates include glucose, fructose, galactose, sucrose, lactose, and maltose.
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