Questions: Question 15 The most important monosaccharide is fructose. lactose. glucose. maltose.

Question 15

The most important monosaccharide is
fructose.
lactose.
glucose.
maltose.
Transcript text: Question 15 The most important monosaccharide is fructose. lactose. glucose. maltose.
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Solution

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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.

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