Simple Description

A compound containing carbon, hydrogen and oxygen

Further Detail

Carbohydrates are part of a balanced diet and are a good source of energy. Starch and sugars are forms of carbohydrates. In the humon body carbohydrates are digested by a carbohydrase enzyme to form simple sugars that are then used by cells for respiration.

Related Words:

• Enzyme
• Glucose

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