Question

Which of the following(s) is/are true for carbohydrates?

• A. They are storage molecules.
• B. They are used as raw materials for industries like textiles, lacquers, etc.
• C. They are present in cell wall of bacteria and plants.
• D. They are instant source of energy

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C), (D)

They are instant source of energy

Importance of carbohydrate:

1. They are present in cell wall of bacteria and plants.
2. They are used as raw materials for industries like textiles, lacquers etc.
3. They are storage molecules.
4. Form major portion of food.
5. Instant source of energy according to "Vaids" in ayurveda.
6. Furniture of wood, clothes (cotton fibre).