Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Medium-Class 12
How many molecules of monosaccharides are produced upon complete hydrolysis of 1 mole of lactose?
A
2 moles
B
1 mole
C
3 moles
D
4 moles
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Lactose is a disaccharide composed of one molecule each of β-D-galactose and β-D-glucose, therefore upon complete hydrolysis, 1 mole of lactose yields 2 moles of monosaccharides.
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