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

  • A
    $A$. Aldohexose
  • B
    $B$. Aldo-pentose
  • C
    $C$. Ketohexose
  • D
    $D$. Ketopentose

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