AP Bio U1L7 Carbs

SHORT FRQ PRACTICE: An athlete is preparing for an upcoming sporting event. The individual is to be sure to include the proper amount of protein in his or her daily diet.

(a) Identify which additional macromolecule the athlete should include in his or her diet.

(b) Describe the structure of this particular macromolecule.

(c) Describe the function of this particular macromolecule in the human body in terms of energy for the upcoming sporting event.

Respond in 3 to 5 complete sentences.