What is the molecular formula of glyceraldehyde?

  • A
    $C_{3}H_{6}O_{3}$
  • B
    $C_{4}H_{6}O_{3}$
  • C
    $C_{3}H_{8}O_{3}$
  • D
    $C_{2}H_{2}O_{2}$

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