TB (5e) -Technical Descriptions Tend to Be Written for Readers Who Are

question 11

Short Answer

TB (5e)
-Technical descriptions tend to be written for readers who are unfamiliar with the subject.

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Definitions:

Carbohydrates

Organic compounds consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, usually in the ratio of 1:2:1, providing energy through metabolism.

Lipids

A broad group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, oils, waxes, and certain vitamins, characterized by their insolubility in water but solubility in organic solvents.

Disaccharide

A carbohydrate made up of two monosaccharide molecules bonded together, examples include sucrose and lactose.

Simple Sugar

Small carbohydrate molecules that serve as a source of energy and building blocks for more complex carbohydrates, such as glucose and fructose.