Evaluate the properties and biological roles of Carbohydrates
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Evaluate the properties and biological roles of Carbohydrates
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- Classify carbohydrates by functional group and number of carbon atoms, and label them accordingly.Give a detailed description of the structure, characteristics, and functions of carbohydrates . Then explain the importance of this macromolecules in human diet and how much or too little if the macromolecule can impact our health.compare monosaccharide and polysaccharide. Describe two main components of starch and compare characteristics of two components in detail.