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Name the polysaccharide which represents the polymeric structure of β-D-glucose units.

Important Questions on Biomolecules

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What is a glycosidic linkage?

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Write the name of a reagent that can be used to differentiate between glucose and fructose.
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Write the name of two compounds which are not carbohydrates but have the formula CxH2Oy.
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Write the name of two compounds which are carbohydrates but have the formula CxH2Oy.

 

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Which of the following cannot be hydrolyzed further: glucose, fructose, sucrose, ribose?

 

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What is the basic difference between starch and cellulose?

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How many atoms constitute the pyranose ring of glucose?

 

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All monosaccharides exhibit optical activity. Explain.