carbohydrate: Media

biochemistry

Videos

Why are carbohydrates important for our bodies?
Monosaccharides play an important role in energy transfer.
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The relationship between photosynthesis and breathing
Learn about the role of photosynthesis in glucose and oxygen production in plants....
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The chemistry of digestion: How food is broken down
Using chemistry to explain how humans digest carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
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Large biological molecules: Carbs, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids
Overview of large biological molecules.
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Uncover the science of why some foods taste sweet
Learn why some foods taste sweet.
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What really makes a nutritious and complete breakfast?
Discover what constitutes a complete breakfast.
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Images

pathways for the utilization of carbohydrates
Pathways for the utilization of carbohydrates.
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starch granules
Wheat starch granules stained with iodine.
Kiselov Yuri
lactose crystal
Lactose crystals are shown suspended in oil. Their distinct shape allows them to...
© Kayla Saslow, courtesy of the University of Wisconsin-Madison
composition of cellulose and glucose
Cellulose and glucose are examples of carbohydrates.
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carbohydrate; human nutrition
Foods high in carbohydrates include potatoes, corn, bananas, honey, bread, and pasta.
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