Sucrose is made up of which two monosaccharides?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the composition of sucrose, specifically which two monosaccharides combine to form it. This requires knowledge of carbohydrate chemistry.
Answer
Glucose and fructose
Sucrose is made up of glucose and fructose
Answer for screen readers
Sucrose is made up of glucose and fructose
More Information
Sucrose, commonly known as table sugar, is a common disaccharide in many diets. It plays a crucial role in energy metabolism.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing sucrose with other disaccharides like lactose and maltose. Always check the specific monosaccharide components.
Sources
- Disaccharide - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
- 2.5.1: Carbohydrate Molecules - Biology LibreTexts - bio.libretexts.org
- Carbohydrates (article) | Chemistry of life - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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