Biomolecules Question 44
Question: Which of the following does not show any reducing test of aldehyde
[CPMT 1996; Orissa JEE 2004]
Options:
A) Sucrose
B) Fructose
C) Maltose
D) Lactose
Show Answer
Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
In sucrose the two monosaccharide units joined by a-1, 2 glycoside bond. Since sucrose does not have hemiacetal carbon. Therefore it is non- reducing sugar.
BETA
