Chapter 7, Problem 7.6EP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement that carbohydrates linked to lipids are structural components of cell membranes has to be stated.

Concept introduction: Carbohydrates are one of the essential macronutrient in our diet.   It is the major source of energy and is important for balanced diet.

Lipids are made up of hydrocarbons that are present in their most reduced form, which makes them a form of energy storage.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement that carbohydrates cannot be stored in human body has to be stated.

Concept introduction: Carbohydrates are one of the essential macronutrients in our diet.  It is the major source of energy and is important for balanced diet.

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement that the reactants for carbohydrate production by plants are carbondioxide and water has to be stated.

Concept introduction: Carbohydrates are one of the essential macronutrient in our diet.  It is the major source of energy and is important for balanced diet.

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement that human dietary intake should always be less than 50 % carbohydrate by mass is to be stated.

Concept introduction: The major source of carbohydrates for plants and animals is via plant intake in diet. Carbohydrates are one of the essential macronutrient in our diet. It is the major source of energy and is important for a balanced diet.