Monosaccharides contain carbonyl group hence are classified, as aldose or ketose. The number of carbon atoms present in the monosaccharide molecule are also considered for classification. In which class of monosaccharide will you place fructose?

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Monosaccharides contain carbonyl group hence are classified, as aldose or ketose. The number of carbon atoms present in the monosaccharide molecule are also considered for classification. In which class of monosaccharide will you place fructose?,

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Molecular formula of fructose is C 6 ​ H 12 ​ O 6 ​ . As it contains 6 carbon atoms and a keto group therefore, it is classified as ketohexose.

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