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Regarding the elemental composition of carbohydrates, the general empirical formula is represented as

A. (C2H4O2)n
B. (CH2O)n
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C. (C3H6O3)n
D. (CHO)n

📝 Explanation

The term "carbohydrate" literally means hydrated carbon, reflecting the general ratio of one carbon to two hydrogens to one oxygen atom. Proteins contain nitrogen, and nucleic acids contain phosphorus, distinguishing them from this basic formula.

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  • (C2H4O2)n
  • (CH2O)n
  • (C3H6O3)n
  • (CHO)n

The term "carbohydrate" literally means hydrated carbon, reflecting the general ratio of one carbon to two hydrogens to one oxygen atom. Proteins contain nitrogen, and nucleic acids contain phosphorus, distinguishing them from this basic formula.

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