Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

To which group of organic molecules does 'Monosaccharides' belong?

Options:

Lipids

Nucleic acids

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Correct Answer:

Carbohydrates

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3)- Carbohydrates

Monosaccharides belong to the group of organic molecules called Carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are organic compounds composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, and they serve as a primary source of energy for living organisms. Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates and consist of single sugar units. Examples of monosaccharides include glucose, fructose, and galactose. Carbohydrates also include disaccharides (two sugar units) and polysaccharides (multiple sugar units).