NEET2014Zoology-Carbohydrates
NEET 2014 Zoology Reducing and Non-reducing Sugars MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Which one of the following is a non-reducing carbohydrate?
A
Maltose
B
Sucrose
C
Lactose
D
Ribose⁵⁻phosphate
Correct Answer
Option B
Detailed Explanation
Sucrose is a non-reducing sugar because it does not have a free aldehyde or ketone group, which is necessary for reducing properties.
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