Monosaccharides Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the structure of a monosaccharide
2
A
A simple sugar that contains one single sugar unit
It is the smallest unit of a carbohydrate
2
Q
What is the chemical formula of a monosaccharide?
A
C6H12O6
3
Q
Give three examples of monosaccharides
A
Glucose
Fructose
Galactose
4
Q
Give a source of glucose
A
Fruit
5
Q
Give a source of fructose
A
Fruit and honey
6
Q
Give a source of galactose
A
Digested milk
