Monosaccharides, such as glucose, galactose, and fructose (C6H12O6), represent the smallest carbohydrate units.
Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, exemplified by glucose, galactose, and fructose, with the chemical formula C6H12O6.
| Front | Monosaccharides |
|---|---|
| Back | - smallest unit of carbs - glucose, galactose, fructose - C6H12O6 |
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