A dehydration reaction links two glucose molecules to produ…

Chemistry Organic Compounds Single Correct MCQ

Published on: August 20, 2026

A dehydration reaction links two glucose molecules to product maltose. If the formula for glucose is C6H 12 O 6 then what is the formula for maltose?

C 12 H 20 O 10

C 12 H 24 O 12

C 12 H 22 O 12

C 12 H 24 O 12

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Maltose is a disaccharide formed by dehydration process i,e., synthesis by elimination of one water molecule to form a glycosidic bond in between two glucose molecules. So, its molecular formula is,

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