Which of the Following is a Chemical Feature That Is

Question

Which of the following is a chemical feature that is characteristic of carbohydrates?
A)the potential to form no more than 2 hydrogen bonds
B)the existence of 1 or more symmetric centres
C)the ability to exist in ring but not linear structures
D)the capacity to form polymeric structures

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates are polymers made up of monosaccharides, which have the ability to form polymeric structures. Choice A is incorrect because carbohydrates can form multiple hydrogen bonds. Choice B is incorrect because not all carbohydrates have a chiral center. Choice C is incorrect because carbohydrates can exist in both linear and ring structures.