Biochemistry
Biochemistry
9th Edition
ISBN: 9781319114671
Author: Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 11, Problem 8P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

To determine the classes of sugars to which the given monosaccharides belong.

Concept introduction:

Monosaccharides are the simplest form of sugar and are the basic units of carbohydrates. The general chemical formula for the monosaccharides is (CH2O)x and x is greater than or equal to 3 conventionally. The monosaccharides are classified based upon the number of x atoms contained by them.

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