207k views
5 votes
Which option describes the general ratio of the three primary atoms in a carbohydrate?

o 1 carbon : 2 hydrogen: 1 oxygen
o 2 carbon : 2 hydrogen : 1 oxygen
o 2 carbon : 1 hydrogen : 2 oxygen
o 1 carbon: 1 hydrogen : 1 oxygen

2 Answers

5 votes

Answer:

1 carbon : 2hydrogen: 1 oxygen

Step-by-step explanation:

User Christian V
by
5.4k points
3 votes

Answer:

A. 1 carbon : 2 hydrogen: 1 oxygen

Step-by-step explanation:

Carbohydrates are a class of chemical compounds composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen in 1:2:1 ratio, respectively.

User KHansen
by
5.0k points