Question
Chemistry Question on Structural Representations Of Organic Compounds
Sucrose is dextrorotatory but after hydrolysis the mixture show laevorotation, this is because of
A
Laevorotation of glucose is more than dextrorotation of fructose.
B
Sucrose is a non-reducing sugar.
C
Recemic mixture is formed.
D
Laevorotation of fructose is more than dextrorotation of glucose.
Answer
Laevorotation of fructose is more than dextrorotation of glucose.
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is (D) : Laevorotation of fructose is more than dextrorotation of glucose..