Simple Sugars (Monosaccharides) are fundamental carbohydrate molecules composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, playing crucial roles in biological processes. These molecules feature distinct functional groups and structural arrangements that determine their chemical properties and biological functions.
Key points:
- Simple sugars are classified based on their carbon atom count (pentoses and hexoses)
- They contain functional groups including hydroxyl (-OH), aldehyde (-CHO), and ketone (C=O)
- Cukry proste can exist in various structural forms including chain and ring configurations
- Common examples include glucose (aldohexose) and fructose (ketohexose)
