Carbohydrate Structure - monosaccharides Flashcards by Phoebe Kett | Brainscape

Q

What are simple sugars called?

A

monosaccharides

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Q

what are the 3 monosaccharides?

A

glucose
fructose
galactose

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Q

What is the chemical formula for the monosaccharides?

A

C6H12O6

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Q

Why are these hexose sugars?

A

They contain 6 carbons.

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