The correct answer is (c), fructose. Fructose is a simple sugar found in fruits, honey, and vegetables. It is also known as fruit sugar or levulose. Fructose is sweeter than glucose and sucrose, and it is metabolized differently in the body. Fructose is absorbed directly into the bloodstream from the small intestine, while glucose and sucrose must first be broken down into glucose before they can be absorbed. Fructose is not used for energy production by the body, but it is used to make glycogen and fat.
Glucose (a) is a simple sugar that is the body’s main source of energy. It is found in blood and is used by cells to produce energy. Glucose is also used to make glycogen, a storage form of energy.
Sucrose (b) is a disaccharide made up of glucose and fructose. It is the most common type of sugar found in food. Sucrose is used as a sweetener in food and beverages.
Galactose (d) is a simple sugar that is found in milk and milk products. It is also found in some fruits and vegetables. Galactose is used to make lactose, a disaccharide found in milk.