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Q. a single sugar molecule
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A single sugar molecule is often referred to as a "monosaccharide." Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates and cannot be hydrolyzed into simpler sugars. Common examples include:
- **Glucose**: A primary source of energy for cells.
- **Fructose**: Found in many fruits and honey; it's the sweetest natural sugar.
- **Galactose**: Part of lactose, the sugar found in milk.
These monosaccharides can combine to form more complex sugars, such as disaccharides (like sucrose and lactose) and polysaccharides (like starch and cellulose). If you have a specific type of sugar molecule or any particular context in mind, please provide more details!
- **Glucose**: A primary source of energy for cells.
- **Fructose**: Found in many fruits and honey; it's the sweetest natural sugar.
- **Galactose**: Part of lactose, the sugar found in milk.
These monosaccharides can combine to form more complex sugars, such as disaccharides (like sucrose and lactose) and polysaccharides (like starch and cellulose). If you have a specific type of sugar molecule or any particular context in mind, please provide more details!