This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Physiology
Form in which small intestine absorbs majority of carbohydrates: September 2012 
Select and explain. 
A. Polysacchride, B. Disacchride, C. Monosacchride, D. Pentose sugars
C: Monosacchride
Answer: C: Monosacchride 
Explanation: Ans. C i.e. MonosacchridesMonosaccharidesThey are the most basic units of biologically impoant carbohydrates.They are the simplest form of sugar and are usually colorless, water-soluble, crystalline solids.Monosaccharides are the building blocks of disaccharides (such as sucrose) and polysaccharides (such as cellulose and starch).Examples of monosaccharides include:Glucose (dextrose), Fructose (levulose), Galactose, Xylose and Ribose.