Question

Which among the following Is the simplest sugar?

• A. Starch
• B. Glucose
• C. Glycogen
• D. Cellulose

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Glucose

The correct option is B.

Explanation for Correct option:

1. With six carbon atoms and one aldehyde group, glucose is a simple sugar.
2. A carbohydrate monomer, often known as a monosaccharide, is glucose while others are polysaccharides.

Explanation for Incorrect option:

Option A:

Starch is not a simple sugar as it is a polysaccharide.

Option C:

Glycogen is not a simple sugar as it is a polysaccharide.

Option D:

Cellulose is not a simple sugar as it is a polysaccharide.

Final answer: (B) Glucose is the simplest sugar.