Chemistry PYQ 146 of 152 · Biomolecules

What is the formula of glucose?

  1. AC12H22O11
  2. BC6H10O5
  3. CC6H12O6
  4. DC6H6O6
  5. ENone of the above / More than one of the above

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Correct answer: (c) C6H12O6

Explanation

Glucose is a monosaccharide with molecular formula C6H12O6.

C12H22O11 is sucrose and C6H10O5 is the repeating unit of starch/cellulose.

Glucose is the chief energy source produced in plants by photosynthesis.

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