From the Sugars Below, Choose the One That Best Fits

question 1

Short Answer

From the sugars below, choose the one that best fits each description below. Place the letter of the sugar in the blank to the left of the description. There is only one correct answer for each question.
-_____ is a sugar which yields a single alditol upon reduction.

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Definitions:

Tyramine

A chemical that, if allowed to accumulate, can raise blood pressure dangerously. It is found in many common foods and is broken down by MAO.

MAO Inhibitors

A class of medications used to treat depression by preventing the breakdown of monoamine neurotransmitters in the brain, thus increasing their levels.

Serotonin

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain that plays a crucial role in regulating mood, emotion, sleep, and appetite, often referred to as the "feel-good" chemical.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in the body's fight or flight response, affecting heart rate, blood pressure, and glucose metabolism.