oligosaccharide
Pronunciation
Noun
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A carbohydrate molecule made up of a small number of simple sugar units joined together.
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Which word fits the gap? "Certain _____ in breast milk help feed beneficial bacteria in an infant's gut."
Answer: oligosaccharide
In your own words, what does "oligosaccharide" mean?
A carbohydrate molecule made up of a small number of simple sugar units joined together.
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