Which of the following is an example of a monosaccharide? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is an example of a monosaccharide?
A. Sucrose
B. Maltose
C. Glucose
D. Lactose
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) is a simple sugar (monosaccharide), the primary fuel for cells. Sucrose (glucose+fructose), lactose (glucose+galactose), and maltose (glucose+glucose) are disaccharides. Fructose and galactose are also monosaccharides. Monosaccharides are the building blocks of complex carbohydrates.

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