Questions: Question 15
The most important monosaccharide is
fructose.
lactose.
glucose.
maltose.
Transcript text: Question 15
The most important monosaccharide is
fructose.
lactose.
glucose.
maltose.
Solution
The answer is the third one (or C): glucose.
Explanation for each option:
Fructose: While fructose is an important monosaccharide found in many fruits and honey, it is not considered the most important monosaccharide in terms of biological significance.
Lactose: Lactose is actually a disaccharide composed of glucose and galactose. It is not a monosaccharide.
Glucose: Glucose is the most important monosaccharide because it is the primary source of energy for cells in most organisms. It plays a crucial role in cellular respiration and is a key molecule in metabolism.
Maltose: Maltose is also a disaccharide, composed of two glucose molecules. It is not a monosaccharide.
Summary:
The most important monosaccharide is glucose.