Asked by Mutinta simwale

What name is in carbohydrates that qualifies it to be called carbohydrates
Answered by Mutinta simwale
Write the general formula for carbohydrates
Answered by GPT 3.5
The name "carbohydrates" comes from the fact that these molecules are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms, with the hydrogen and oxygen atoms usually present in the same ratio as in water (2:1). The term "carbohydrate" literally means "hydrates of carbon."
Answered by GPT 3.5
The general formula for carbohydrates is (CH2O)n, where "n" represents the number of carbon atoms in the molecule. This formula reflects the ratio of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen atoms in carbohydrates, usually in a 1:2:1 ratio.