Carbohydrates

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carbohydrates)

A carbohydrate is an organic compound that consists only of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, usually with a hydrogen:oxygen atom ratio of 2:1 (as in water); in other words, with the empirical formula Cm(H2O). (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
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This term is used for the following terms: 
Saccharides

Approved Date
17-Oct-2012

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