Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 5 - An Introduction to Carbohydrates - Review - Page 117: 1

Answer

Monosaccharides are the monomers, or basic building blocks, of carbohydrates. These monosaccharides differ from each other based on their carbon atom count, hydroxyl group configuration and the location of the carboxyl group.

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Monosaccharides are the monomers, or basic building blocks, of carbohydrates. These monosaccharides differ from each other based on their carbon atom count, hydroxyl group configuration and the location of the carboxyl group.
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