A monosaccharide that contains 6 carbon atoms,one of which is in an aldehyde group,is classified as a(n)________.

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The prefix "aldo-" indicates that the sugar contains an aldehyde group, and the prefix "hexose" indicates that it contains six carbon atoms. Therefore, an aldohexose would be a monosaccharide with six carbons and an aldehyde group. A is incorrect because it is an aldopentose, which only has five carbons. C, D, and E are incorrect because they do not have six carbons.

A Monosaccharide That Contains 6 Carbon Atoms,one of Which Is