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Question
What is the total number of atoms in a molecule of glucose with the formula C6H12O6?
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The formula C6H12O6 contains 6 carbon atoms, 12 hydrogen atoms, and 6 oxygen atoms. The total number of atoms is 6 + 12 + 6 = 24.
Hint
Add all the subscripts in the molecular formula.