Q436
Lactose is a disaccharide made of
A.
Glucose and fructose
B.
Glucose and glucose
C.
Maltose and glucose
D.
Galactose and glucose
AnswerAnswer: Option D
Solution
Answer: Option D
Solution:
Lactose is a disaccharide made of Galactose and glucose.Lactose is a disaccharide sugar synthesized by galactose and glucose subunits and has the molecular formula C12H22O11. Lactose makes up around 2 - 8% of milk.
The compound is a white, water-soluble, non-hygroscopic solid with a mildly sweet taste. It is used in the food industry.