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Which of following cannot be hydrolyzed?

Correct answer: B. Monosaccharides

  • A. Polysaccharides
  • B. Monosaccharides
  • C. Oligosaccharides
  • D. Sucrose

Explanation

Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates and are often referred to as simple sugars. They are the building blocks of more complex carbohydrates like disaccharides and polysaccharides. Monosaccharides are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms in a ratio of 1:2:1, and they serve as a primary source of energy for living organisms. The most common monosaccharides include glucose, fructose, and galactose.

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