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JAMB Chemistry 2003 Question 41

Question 41

Carbohydrates, Proteins and Amines

Carbohydrates are compounds containing carbon, hydrogen and oxygen in the ratio

  1. A.3 : 1 : 1
  2. B.2 : 1 : 1
  3. C.1 : 2 : 1
  4. D.1 : 1 : 1
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (1 : 2 : 1)

Explanation

Carbohydrates have the general formula Cx(H2O)y, e.g. glucose C6H12O6, a C : H : O ratio of 1 : 2 : 1.