The general formula of monosaccharides is:
Correct answer: C. Cn(H2O)n
- A. None of these
- B. Cx(H2O)y
- C. Cn(H2O)n
- D. Cy(H2O)n
Explanation
The general chemical formula for a monosaccharide is Cn(H2O)n. In this formula n represents the number of carbon atoms in the molecule.The ratio of carbon to hydrogen to oxygen atoms is typically 1:2:1. These are hydrated carbons i.e. having a water molecule against each carbon.
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