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The general formula of carbohydrate is

A

`C_(n)H_(2n+1)O`

B

`C_(n)H_(2n)O`

C

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

D

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

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The correct Answer is:
C

The general formula of carbohydrates is `C_(n)(H_(2)O)_(n)`, where n is an integer.
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    A
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    A
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