Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are a class of important organic compounds widely distributed in nature. They play an important role in life activities and are the main source of energy required to maintain life activities. Monosaccharides are the main fuel in metabolism and can provide energy, among which glucose is the most common monosaccharide. When simple sugars are not needed immediately, cells convert them into more space-saving forms, usually polysaccharides.

The diversity of carbohydrates lends itself to a wide range of biosynthetic applications. Organisms can use carbohydrates to synthesize other biological molecules, such as nucleic acids, lipids, and proteins. These molecules play an important role in the structure and function of cells. Carbohydrate products contribute to the biochemical diagnosis of organisms and the study of disease mechanisms.

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