(CH2O)n is a general formula of:
Correct answer: A. Monosaccharides
- A. Monosaccharides
- B. Oligosaccharides
- C. Polysaccharides
- D. Carbohydrates
Explanation
The formula (CH2O)n specifically describes monosaccharides, the simplest form of carbohydrates that consist of single sugar units. This formula fits monosaccharides perfectly, unlike oligosaccharides and polysaccharides, which have more complex structures due to multiple sugar units. While 'carbohydrates' as a general term can be represented by this formula, it lacks the specificity needed to identify the simplest form.
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