Q26 / 90 · JEE Main 2009 · Chemistry

The two functional groups present in a typical carbohydrate are :

  • A
    $-\mathrm{OH}$ and $-\mathrm{COOH}$
  • B
    $-\mathrm{CHO}$ and $-\mathrm{COOH}$
  • Correct answer
    C
    $>\mathrm{C}=\mathrm{O}$ and $-\mathrm{OH}$
  • D
    $-\mathrm{OH}$ and $-\mathrm{CHO}$

Solution

Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy carbonyl compounds.

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

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