Węglowodany (Carbohydrates) are essential organic compounds that serve multiple vital functions in living organisms. These compounds consist of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, playing crucial roles in energy provision, storage, and structural support.
Key points:
- Monosacharydy (simple sugars) form the basic building blocks of all carbohydrates
- Funkcje węglowodanów include energy provision, storage, and structural support
- Carbohydrates are classified into three main categories: monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides
- Węglowodany nieprzyswajalne przykłady include cellulose and chitin
