Chapter 23, Problem 23.80E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The correct terms corresponding to the blanks are to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The compounds which are composed of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen possessing the general formula, ${\text{C}}_{\text{x}}{\left({\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}\right)}_{\text{y}}$ are known as carbohydrates. These are the organic compounds obtained from the green plants. The basic sugar or carbohydrate needed by a living organism as a source of energy is known as glucose with molecular formula, ${\text{C}}_{\text{6}}{\text{H}}_{\text{12}}{\text{O}}_{\text{6}}$.