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STANDARD Chemistry Carbohydrates MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following statements is not true?

A

Glucose and fructose both are monosaccharides.

B

The natural glucose and fructose are D-forms.

C

Glucose is an aldohexose while fructose is a ketohexose.

D

Glucose and fructose are both reducing sugars.

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Glucose is a reducing sugar, but fructose is not a reducing sugar in its free form. However, in combined forms, it can act as a reducing sugar.

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