Biomolecules · NEET Preparation Zoology
Which of the following is a non-reducing sugar?
Practice question from Biomolecules (NEET Preparation Zoology), with the correct answer and a step-by-step solution.
easy · MCQ · Q-2B57A9
Which of the following is a non-reducing sugar?
- A.Glucose
- B.Fructose
- C.Maltose
- D.SucroseCorrect answer
Solution
Sucrose is a non-reducing disaccharide because the reducing groups of both glucose and fructose (anomeric carbons) are involved in glycosidic bond formation.
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