Question

Give two examples each of following and their usefulness, if any, in our body. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> [Review Questions c1 Pg No. 103 ]

1. Monosaccharides
2. Disaccharides
3. Polysaccharides

Answer 1

Answer (1)

Examples of Monosaccharides are Glucose and Fructose

Uses

1. Glucose is helpful in the treatment of Hypoglycemia.
2. Fructose is a good source of energy in the cells.

(2) Two examples of disaccharides are Sucrose and Maltose.

Uses

1. Sucrose is the source of energy.
2. Maltose helps in the digestion of starch.

(3) Two examples of polysaccharides are Cellulose and Glycogen.

Uses

1. Cellulose is present in fibers which are important in the diet.
2. Glycogen is the readily available form of glucose in the body.