Question

Examples of carbohydrates and some functions of it in biology

Answer 1

Carbohydrates have six majorfunctions within the body: Providing energy and regulation of blood glucose. Sparing the use of proteins for energy. Breakdown of fatty acids and preventing ketosis.Examples of Carbohydrates

glucose (monosaccharide)

fructose (monosaccharide)

galactose (monosaccharide)

sucrose (disaccharide)

lactose (disaccharide)

cellulose (polysaccharide)

chitin (polysaccharide)

starch.

Answer 2

glucose (monosaccharide)

fructose (monosaccharide)

galactose (monosaccharide)