Biomolecules Question 61
Question: The charring of sugar, when treated with conc. $ H_2SO_4, $ is due to
[Pb. CET 2002]
Options:
A) Oxidation
B) Reduction
C) Dehydration
D) Hydrolysis
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Charring of sugar, when it is treated with sulphuric acid $ (H_2SO_4) $ is due to dehydration. In this reaction water is removed from the sugar.
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