Multiple choice

Carbohydrates are broken down into smaller molecules called _______________? 

  1. Sugars

  2. Lipids

  3. Proteins

  4. Nucleic Acids

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Explanation

During digestion, complex carbohydrates are broken down by enzymes into simple sugars, which are monosaccharides like glucose. These smaller sugar molecules are then absorbed into the bloodstream.