Which of These Statements About Carbohydrates Is Correct

question 61

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 or ketones, or their derivatives.
• E) Carbohydrates are formed when a carboxylic acid reacts with glycerol in an acidic environment.

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