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examples on the monosaccharides are.................. o a. glucose and …

Question

examples on the monosaccharides are..................
o a. glucose and sucrose
o b. glucose and fructose
o c. sucrose and maltose
o d. maltose and galactose
clear my choice

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates and cannot be broken down into smaller sugars. Glucose and fructose are both monosaccharides. Sucrose is a disaccharide (glucose + fructose), maltose is a disaccharide (glucose + glucose). Galactose is a monosaccharide but maltose (as mentioned) is a disaccharide.

Answer:

B. Glucose and fructose