Medium MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2021

Which one of the following compounds contains $\beta$-C1-C4 glycosidic linkage?

  1. A Lactose Correct answer
  2. B Sucrose
  3. C Maltose
  4. D Amylose

Solution

In Lactose it is $\beta$ C<sub>1</sub> - C<sub>4</sub> glycosidic linkage. <br><br>In Maltose, Amylose $\alpha$ C<sub>1</sub> - C<sub>4</sub> glycosidic linkage is present.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Biomolecules · Topic: Carbohydrates

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