Simplest form (monomer) of sugars.
E.g.: glucose, fructose, galactose, or ribose.
Joined (glycosidic bond), can form complex sugars.
Synonyms:
simple sugars
Simplest form (monomer) of sugars.
E.g.: glucose, fructose, galactose, or ribose.
Joined (glycosidic bond), can form complex sugars.