Biochemistry in Tables, Schemes, and Graphs - S.D. Zhamsaranova 2009

Carbohydrate Metabolism and Functions

Class="center">STRUCTURAL Classification of CARBOHYDRATES

Chemical Structure of THE MOST COMMON Disaccharides

STARCH Polysaccharides — AMYLOSE AND AMYLOPECTIN

Functions OF CARBOHYDRATES

1) Energy supply: glucose and Glycogen serve as the primary sources of energy.

2) Structural: carbohydrates are integral Components of the Structural and functional elements of The Cell, such as Glycolipids and Glycoproteins.

3) Metabolic: Lipids, Certain Amino Acids, and pentoses can be synthesized from carbohydrates. Glucose can be converted into virtually all Monosaccharides, while the reverse conversion is also possible.

GLUCOSE METABOLISM



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