AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Sugar is another type of carbohydrate. You may also hear sugar referred to as simple or fast-acting carbohydrate. There are two main types of sugar: naturally occurring sugars such as those in milk or fruit.

Detailed explanation-2: -Carbohydrates are found in a wide array of both healthy and unhealthy foods-bread, beans, milk, popcorn, potatoes, cookies, spaghetti, soft drinks, corn, and cherry pie. They also come in a variety of forms. The most common and abundant forms are sugars, fibers, and starches.

Detailed explanation-3: -Sugars mostly make up carbohydrates. They get their name from their chemical composition: carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen (thus carbo-hydrate). Generally, the length of the sugar chain making up the carbohydrate can determine the rate of digestion and absorption.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sugar is a type of carbohydrate that is broken down into glucose when digested by the body. It is found naturally in things like fruits and vegetables and can be added into processed foods and sweets.