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Microbiology Study Guide Basics

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  • What is a carbohydrate?
    Carbohydrates are the body's major quick-energy nutrient.
  • What is a sugar in terms of carbohydrates?
    A simple carbohydrate is called a sugar.
  • Define monosaccharide.
    A monosaccharide is a carbohydrate made of one sugar unit.
  • Define disaccharide.
    A disaccharide is a carbohydrate made of two sugar units.
  • Define polysaccharide.
    A polysaccharide is a carbohydrate made of many sugar units.
  • What is glucose used for?
    Glucose is used by the body for energy.
  • What is glycogen?
    Glycogen is the stored form of glucose in the body.