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General formula for the carbohydrates is...

General formula for the carbohydrates is

A

`C_(n)H_(2n)O_(2n+2)`

B

`C_(x)(H_(2)O)_(x)`

C

`C_(x)(H_(2)O)_(2x)`

D

`C_(x)(H_(2)O)_(y)`

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The correct Answer is:
D
Glucose is pentahydroxyaldehyde whereas fructose is pentahydroxyketone having the molecular formula `C_(6)H_(12)O_(6)`
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