NEET2022Chemistry-Carbohydrates
NEET 2022 Chemistry Carbohydrates MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 12
A dehydration reaction links two glucose molecules to produce maltose. If the formula for glucose is C₆H₁₂O₆, then what is the formula for maltose?
A
C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁
B
C₁₂H₂₄O₁₁
C
C₁₂H₂₀O₁₀
D
C₁₂H₂₄O₁₂
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The dehydration reaction removes one water molecule (H₂O) from two glucose molecules, resulting in C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ for maltose.
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