Carbohydrates

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ENV-004138",
  "term": "Carbohydrates",
  "field": "Environment",
  "definition": "1. The largest class of organic compounds, including starch; glycogen; cellulose; polysaccharides; and simply monosaccharides. Carbohydrates are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in a ratio of Cn(H2O)n.\n\n2. Any of various compounds of carbons, hydrogen, and oxygen (e.g., sugars, starches, and celluloses), which are generally formed by green plants. Carbohydrates are a principal source of energy in animal feeds and are excreted if not utilized.",
  "subject": "Policy and guidance",
  "references": [
    "NLM Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)",
    "AgSTAR Handbook Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/carbohydrates/"
}