CARBOHYDRATES

ADVANCE CHEMISTRY
CARBOHYDRATES
CARBOHYDRATES
Carbohydrates are a group of biomolecules that are essential for
life and are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms.

They are a major source of energy for the body and play
important roles in cell structure and communication.
DEFINITION
 DEFINITION
• Glucose is a monosaccharide and a type of simple sugar.
It is the primary source of energy for the body and is found in many different
types of food, such as fruits, vegetables, and grains.

• Glucose is important for brain function and is used as a quick energy

source during exercise or physical activity.
USES OF
GLUCOSE
USES OF GLUCOSE
• Glucose is commonly used as a sweetener in food and beverages, such
as sports drinks and energy gels.

• It is also used in medical settings to treat low blood sugar levels and to
provide nutrition to patients who cannot eat solid food.

• Glucose is an important raw material in the production of various

chemicals, such as ethanol and vitamin C.
GALACTOSE
 GALACTOSE
Galactose is a monosaccharide and a type of simple sugar
that is found in milk and dairy products.
It is important for the development and function of the brain
and nervous system.
 USES OF
GALACTOSE
USES OF GALACTOSE
• Galactose is used in the food industry to produce lactose, a
disaccharide that is found in milk and used as a sweetener in many
different types of food and beverages.

• It is also used in medical settings to treat patients with galactosemia, a

genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to metabolize galactose.
FRUCTOSE
 FRUCTOSE
Fructose is a monosaccharide and a type of simple sugar that is found in
many fruits, vegetables, and honey.

It is often used as a sweetener in food and beverages, such as soft drinks

and candy.
 USES OF
FRUCTOSE
USES OF FRUCTOSE
• Fructose is commonly used in the food industry as a sweetener and is
often used as a substitute for sucrose (table sugar).

• It is also used in the production of various chemicals, such as ethanol

and citric acid.

• However, excessive consumption of fructose has been linked to various

health problems, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes.
 CONCLUSION
Glucose, galactose, and fructose are all important types of carbohydrates
that play important roles in the body and in various industries.

Understanding the properties and uses of these carbohydrates can help us

to make informed decisions about our diets and our use of these
compounds in various applications.