Reactions in Carbohydrate Metabolism & Polysaccharides

Define condensation and hydrolysis reactions in carbohydrate metabolism.

Define glycogen and state where it is stored in the body.

How much glycogen is stored in each location?

Can all of this glycogen be liberated and sent around the body?

Define starch. How does it differ from glycogen?

What are dietary fibers? Differentiate between

soluble and insoluble fibers.

How are soluble fibers fermented in the colon?

Which health benefits are associated with soluble fiber?

How does fiber help to control cholesterol?

Give an example of insoluble fiber and its role in the body.

Which food groups provide the highest fiber

Qligosaccaride and Polysaccharide

3-10 chain

+10 chain

Polysaccahride

Glycogen, Starch, Fiber

Glycogen

how bodies store glucose, no food

Starch

how plants store glucose, wheat, rice, oats

Fiber

Indigestible chain of carbs, veggies, fruits, beans, grains, nuts