Chapter 23, Problem 23.2E

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The name of the product that is produced by the digestion of starch is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones are called carbohydrates. The major function of dietary carbohydrates is to provide an energy source. During carbohydrate digestion, disaccharides and polysaccharides are hydrolyzed to monosaccharides such as glucose, fructose, and galactose.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The name of the product that is produced by the digestion of lactose is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones are called carbohydrates. The major function of dietary carbohydrates is to provide an energy source. During carbohydrate digestion, disaccharides and polysaccharides are hydrolyzed to monosaccharides such as glucose, fructose, and galactose.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The name of the product that is produced by the digestion of sucrose is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones are called carbohydrates. The major function of dietary carbohydrates is to provide an energy source. During carbohydrate digestion, disaccharides and polysaccharides are hydrolyzed to monosaccharides such as glucose, fructose, and galactose.

Interpretation Introduction

(d)

Interpretation:

The name of the product that is produced by the digestion of maltose is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The polyhydroxy aldehydes or ketones are called carbohydrates. The major function of dietary carbohydrates is to provide an energy source. During carbohydrate digestion, disaccharides and polysaccharides are hydrolyzed to monosaccharides such as glucose, fructose, and galactose.