Question

What is the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates?
A. Most of the calories we consume come from simple carbohydrates.
B. Simple carbohydrates provide the body with long-lasting energy, while complex carbohydrates provide the body with quick energy.
C. Simple carbohydrates are sugars, while complex carbohydrates are starches and fibers.
D. There is no difference between simple and complex carbohydrates.

Answer 1

the correct answer would be    C.Simple carbohydrates are sugars, while complex carbohydrates are starches and fibers.  

Answer 2

Simple carbohydrates are sugars whereas complex carbohydrates are starch and fibers.

What are carbohydrates?

• "Carbohydrates are energy giving biomolecules that consists of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atom."
• Glucose, starch, etc. are examples of carbohydrates.
• Carbohydrates breaks down into glucose to provide energy.
• Carbohydrates are categorised into two types: simple and complex carbohydrates.

What are simple carbohydrates?

• These are mono and disaccharides. Example: glucose.
• This are found in milk and processed foods. Example: jams.

What are complex carbohydrates?

• This are polysaccharides. Example: starch.
• This are found in foods like peas, vegetable, etc.

Hence, the correct option is C. Simple carbohydrates are sugars, while complex carbohydrates are starches and fibers.

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