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Published on: August 12, 2026
The correct statement about gluconic acid is:
A
It is prepared by oxidation of glucose with 
B
It is obtained by partial oxidation of glucose
C
It is a dicarboxylic acid
D
It forms hemiacetal or acetal
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The gluconic acid formed is a monocarboxylic acid which is formed during the partial oxidation of glucose
Glucose on reaction with 
will give glucaric acid:
Glucose Glucaric acid
Glucose on partial reduction will give gluconic acid:
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