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bagirrra123 [75]
3 years ago
6

A food contains organic molecules with the elements C, H, and O in a ratio 1:2:1. To what class of compounds do these molecules

belong, and what are their major functions in the body?
Biology
1 answer:
andrew11 [14]3 years ago
6 0

Answer:

A compound with a C:H:O. ratio of 1:2:1 is a carbohydrate. The body uses carbohydrates mainly as an energy source.

Explanation:

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