Glucose and fructose ____.
A) form rings with the same number of carbon atoms
B) have two oxygen atoms as part of their ring structure
C) have identical functional groups
D) contain the same number of hydrogen atoms and hydroxyl groups
E) form the same polysaccharide molecule

Question

Glucose and fructose ____.
A) ​form rings with the same number of carbon atoms
B) have two oxygen atoms as part of their ring structure
C) have identical functional groups
D) contain the same number of hydrogen atoms and hydroxyl groups
E) form the same polysaccharide molecule

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Glucose and fructose are both monosaccharides with the molecular formula C6H12O6, meaning they contain the same number of hydrogen atoms and hydroxyl groups.

Glucose and Fructose ____