Q18 / 125 · BITSAT 2019 · Chemistry

The correct statement about the following disaccharide is-

Figure

  • Correct answer
    A
    Ring I is pyranose with α-glycosidic link
  • B
    Ring I is furanose with α-glycosidic link
  • C
    Ring II is furanose with α-glycosidic link
  • D
    Ring II is pyranose with α-glycosidic link

Solution

In the given structure, ring one I has one O-atom and is a 6 membered ring, thus is called pyranose ring, whereas ring II has one O-atom and is a five membered ring, thus is called furanose.

The disaccharide is linked by a glycosidic bond between C-1 of glucose (in the α -position, α linkage) and C-2 of fructose (in the β-position, β-linkage).

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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