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Carbohydrates are essential organic compounds consisting of carbon (C), hydrogen (H), and oxygen (O), commonly represented by the formula CH2O. Their structure reflects a 2:1 ratio of hydrogen to oxygen, similar to water, which is AH2O. Examples include ribose (C5H10O5), glucose (C6H12O6), and sucrose (C12H22O11), with many carbohydrate names ending in "-ose." This overview provides a foundational understanding of carbohydrates and their significance in biological processes.
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