Chapter 24, Problem 45A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The names of the two important monosaccharides have been stated.

Concept introduction: Monosaccharides are the simplest kind of carbohydrate. It is impossible to hydrolyze them or break them down into smaller forms of carbohydrates.

Answer to Problem 45A

The two important monosaccharides are glucose and fructose.

Explanation of Solution

The simplest kind of sugar is monosaccharides, commonly referred to as “simple sugars.” Monosaccharides are the basic carbohydrate building blocks from which more complex molecules are formed. Glucose and fructose are two important monosaccharides.

Conclusion

The two important monosaccharides are glucose and fructose.