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-Functions of monosaccharides
-Isomers of glucose
-Structure of glycogen + starch 
-Structure of cellulose + chitin 

Explore the essential roles and structures of carbohydrates, including the functions of monosaccharides, the isomers of glucose, and the detailed structures of glycogen, starch, cellulose, and chitin. This summary provides insights into the bonding and stability of these vital biomolecules, making it a key resource for understanding carbohydrate chemistry.

Carbohydrate Structures & Functions

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Carbohydrates

Explore the diverse structures and functions of carbohydrates, including monosaccharides like glucose and fructose, disaccharides such as sucrose and lactose, and polysaccharides like starch and cellulose. This summary covers key concepts such as glycosidic bonds, hydrophilicity, and the role of carbohydrates in biological systems. Ideal for students studying biomolecules and macromolecules.

Carbohydrate Structures

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OCR A A level biology year 1: carbohydrates

Explore the essential structures and functions of carbohydrates, including monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. This summary covers key concepts such as glycosidic bonds, condensation reactions, and the roles of starch, glycogen, and cellulose in biological systems. Ideal for OCR A Level Biology students.

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Explore the essential structures and functions of carbohydrates, including monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. This summary highlights key concepts such as condensation reactions, glycosidic bonds, and the Benedict's test for reducing sugars. Ideal for students studying macronutrients and their biochemical roles.

Carbohydrate Structures Overview

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Explore the fundamentals of biological molecules, including monomers, polymers, and carbohydrates. This summary covers key concepts such as monosaccharides, disaccharides, and the structure of glucose. Ideal for A-level Biology students seeking to understand the building blocks of life.

Biological Molecules Overview

A level Biology- Biological Molecules

These notes contain everything you need to know for As Level Biology Unit 1, 1.1 Molecules of Life with carbohydrates. 

Explore the essential concepts of carbohydrates in this detailed summary for AS Level Biology. Understand the differences between monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides, including glucose, fructose, and cellulose. Learn about their structures, functions, and the biochemical processes of condensation and hydrolysis. Ideal for students preparing for exams in biological macromolecules.

Types of polysaccharides

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