What is carbohydrate

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Posted by Harshit Jaiswal 6 years, 10 months ago
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Yogita Ingle 6 years, 10 months ago
Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are also called energy giving food. It is the main sources of energy. It is made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. There are three types of carbohydrates.
- Sugars: It is a simple carbohydrate having sweet taste. Sources of sugar are glucose, Sugarcane, milk and fruits; such as banana, apple, grapes, etc.
- Starch: It is a complex carbohydrate. It is a tasteless, colourless, white power. Sources of starch are: Wheat, maize, potato and rice.
- Cellulose: It is present in plant cell wall. It is a complex carbohydrate. Humans cannot digest cellulose.
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