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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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