Biochemistry Basics – 72125

A. Monosaccharide

B. Disaccharide

C. Polysaccharide

D. Oligosaccharide

Correct Answer » A Explanation

Ans. ‘A’ Monosaccharides 
Molecules having only one actual or potential sugar group are called monosaccharides (Greek, mono= one; saccharide = sugar). They cannot be further hydrolyzed into smaller units.
The general molecular formula of monosaccharide is C_n(H₂O)_n. For example, glucose has the molecular formula C₆H₁₂O₆.