Question:
Monosaccharides contain carbonyl group hence are 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?
Solution:
The molecular formula of fructose is C6H12O6. It also contains a ketone group, hence it is placed in the class of ketohexoses. Monosaccharides are classified depending on the number of carbon atoms the molecule contains.