JEE Main & Advanced Chemistry Biomolecules / जैव-अणु Question Bank Carbohydrates

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    The charring of sugar, when treated with conc. \[{{H}_{2}}S{{O}_{4}},\] is due to                                               [Pb. CET 2002]

    A)                 Oxidation           

    B)                 Reduction

    C)                 Dehydration      

    D)                 Hydrolysis

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

                    Charring of sugar, when it is treated with sulphuric acid \[({{H}_{2}}S{{O}_{4}})\] is due to dehydration. In this reaction water is removed from the sugar.


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