Jmol Monosaccharides

Molecular Structures - Monosaccharides

The sugars glucose, galactose, and fructose are examples of monosaccharides.

Glucose, C₆H₁₂O₆

Open-chain glucose, C₆H₁₂O₆

Galactose, C₆H₁₂O₆

Open-chain galactose, C₆H₁₂O₆

Fructose, C₆H₁₂O₆

Open-chain fructose, C₆H₁₂O₆

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