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Flashcards on Carbohydrates and Lipids
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What are carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are macronutrients that provide energy to the body.
What are lipids?
Lipids are a group of molecules that include fats, oils, and waxes.
Which nutrient provides more calories per gram: carbohydrates or lipids?
Lipids provide more calories per gram than carbohydrates.
What are the main functions of carbohydrates in the body?
Carbohydrates provide energy, support cell structure, and help regulate blood sugar levels.
What are the main functions of lipids in the body?
Lipids serve as a source of energy, insulate and protect organs, and help with hormone production.
Name a simple carbohydrate.
Glucose
Name a complex carbohydrate.
Starch
Name a type of lipid found in animal products.
Saturated fat
Name a type of lipid found in plant oils.
Unsaturated fat
What is the chemical composition of carbohydrates?
Carbohydrates are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.
What is the chemical composition of lipids?
Lipids are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.
Which nutrient is more concentrated in energy storage: carbohydrates or lipids?
Lipids are more concentrated in energy storage than carbohydrates.
How can carbohydrates be classified based on their structure?
Carbohydrates can be classified as monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides.
How can lipids be classified based on their structure?
Lipids can be classified as triglycerides, phospholipids, and sterols.
Which nutrient is involved in the formation of cell membranes?
Lipids are involved in the formation of cell membranes.
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Which nutrient provides more calories per gram?
Proteins
Lipids
Carbohydrates
Vitamins
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Which macronutrient serves as a source of energy?
Minerals
Carbohydrates
Fiber
Water
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Which type of carbohydrate is present in milk?
Starch
Lactose
Fructose
Sucrose
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Which type of lipid is commonly found in olive oil?
Cholesterol
Monounsaturated fat
Trans fat
Polyunsaturated fat
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Which nutrient has a primary role in hormone production?
Fiber
Lipids
Proteins
Vitamins
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Which nutrient plays a key role in blood sugar regulation?
Fats
Carbohydrates
Minerals
Water
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Which type of lipid is solid at room temperature?
Monounsaturated fat
Saturated fat
Polyunsaturated fat
Trans fat
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Which type of carbohydrate is classified as a polysaccharide?
Glucose
Glycogen
Fructose
Lactose
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Which macronutrient is the primary component of cell membranes?
Proteins
Lipids
Carbohydrates
Minerals
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Which nutrient is involved in the insulation and protection of organs?
Vitamins
Lipids
Fiber
Water
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