Which of the following elements are not found in carbohydrates?
Correct answer: C. N
- A. C
- B. H
- C. N
- D. O
Explanation
'Carbohydrates' are primordial and essential compounds, crucial to the body. They are, at all times, made from Carbon, Hydrogen, and Oxygen, thus the name 'Hydrated Carbon'. They have a hydrogen-oxygen atom ratio of 2:1. Since, nitrogen is not present in carbohydrates therefore option C is accurate.
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