Is sugar same as pure sugar?

Sugar refers to various types of carbohydrates, of which sucrose is the commonly known pure sugar. Sucrose is a disaccharide composed of one glucose and one fructose molecule. Table sugar, the white granulated substance commonly used in households and culinary applications, is primarily composed of sucrose.

However, the term "sugar" can encompass a broader range of sweeteners beyond pure sucrose. These include other natural sugars such as fructose (found in fruits), lactose (found in milk), and maltose (found in grains). Additionally, processed sweeteners like high-fructose corn syrup and artificial sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose are also broadly referred to as "sugars" or "sugar substitutes."

In summary, while table sugar is composed of pure sucrose, the term "sugar" can refer to a variety of carbohydrates and sweeteners, including both naturally occurring sugars and processed alternatives.