Master Carbohydrates fast ⚡ – clear explanations, supportive visuals, OCR-aligned.
You’ll cover
• The structure and role of monosaccharides, including alpha-glucose, beta-glucose, fructose, ribose and deoxyribose.
• Structural differences between alpha- and beta-glucose and why they matter biologically.
• Formation and breakdown of disaccharides and polysaccharides via condensation and hydrolysis reactions.
• The structure, properties and functions of starch (amylose and amylopectin), glycogen and cellulose.
What’s included
• Clear, labelled structural diagrams of alpha-glucose and beta-glucose for direct comparison.
• Tables summarising common monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides with structure–function links.
• Step-by-step visual diagrams showing glycosidic bond formation and hydrolysis.
• Comparison tables linking polysaccharide structure to biological function and location.
• Concise spec reminders embedded alongside tables to reinforce key OCR wording and exam points.
Format
Web-based textbook topic. Mobile/desktop friendly. Access with no time limit, updates included.
