Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 12
Which of the following statements is true about glucose?
A
Glucose is correctly named as D(+)-glucose indicating its dextrorotatory nature.
B
Glucose is a ketonic sugar with the molecular formula C6H12O6.
C
Glucose can only exist in its linear form and not in cyclic structures.
D
Glucose is a disaccharide composed of glucose and fructose units.
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Glucose is indeed named D(+)-glucose, where 'D' indicates its configuration and '(+)' indicates its dextrorotatory nature, as stated in the first chunk of the NCERT text.
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