Which of These Statements About Carbohydrates Is Correct

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements about carbohydrates is correct ?

• A)Carbohydrates contain both a carboxyl and an amine group.
• B)Carbohydrates contain a phosphate backbone with sugar groups.
• C)Carbohydrates release more energy per gram than any other biomolecule.
• D)Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehydes and ketones or their derivatives.
• E)Carbohydrates are formed when a carboxylic acid reacts with glycerol in an acidic environment.

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