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Published on: August 12, 2026
Which reagent is used to convert glucose into saccharic acid ?
A
B
Nitric acid
C
Alkaline solutions of iodine
D
Ammonium hydroxide
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
With strong oxidizing agent like concentrated nitric acid, the primary alcoholic group is oxidized to carboxyl group to form saccharic acid.
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