Question

which of these shows the structural formula for the molecule sugar maple trees store in their roots for use during the winter? a b carbon, hydrogen and oxygen c c₆h₁₂o₆ d glucose

Explanation:

Maple trees store starch in their roots for winter use. Starch is a polysaccharide made of glucose monomers. Option a shows a structural - formula of a molecule which could potentially be a sugar - related molecule. Option b lists elements, not a structural formula. Option c is a molecular formula ($C_6H_{12}O_6$ is glucose's molecular formula but not a structural formula). Option d is a name (glucose) and not a structural formula.

Answer:

A. [The structural - formula shown in option a]