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Which of the following is the molecular formula for a simple sugar?

A. COOH

B. H2O

C. OH

D. C6H12O6

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The chemical formula for simple sugar is
C_(6) H_(12) O_(6)

Option(d);

Step-by-step explanation:

  • The simple sugar contains six carbon atoms followed by twelve hydrogen atoms and six oxygen atoms in its valence shell.
  • Simple sugars are one of the form of carbohydrates that contains up to two sugar molecules that can be easily digested by the human body.
  • Single-molecule of sugar is called monosaccharides and when two sugar molecule bonds together result in disaccharides.
  • Examples of simple sugars are glucose, fructose, galactose and the most common simple sugar used in home application is sucrose or sugar.
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