JEE Main 2022 — Biomolecules Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2022 (Online) 24th June Morning Shift
Question
A polysaccharide 'X' on boiling with dil H2SO4 at 393 K under 2-3 atm pressure yields 'Y'. 'Y' on treatment with bromine water gives gluconic acid. 'X' contains -glycosidic linkages only. Compound 'X' is :
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Correct answer
Bcellulose
Step-by-step explanation
Cellulose contains -glycosidic linkages only. Structure of cellulose
On boiling with dil. at under 2-3 atm, ' ' forms glucose, which given gluconic acid on treatment with bromine water.
On boiling with dil. at under 2-3 atm, ' ' forms glucose, which given gluconic acid on treatment with bromine water.
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