JEE Main 2026 · 4 Apr · Shift 1 · Chemistry Q68

ChemistrySingle correct+4 / -1Question 68 of 75

Given below are two statements:

Statement I: The structure of Maltose is given below: Maltose is a non-reducing sugar.

Statement II: The structure of Lactose is given below: Lactose is a reducing sugar.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

Both Statement I and Statement II are true

Both Statement I and Statement II are false

Statement I is true but Statement II is false

Statement I is false but Statement II is true

Answer and worked solution

Official answer: D

Statement I. Maltose (α-1,4-linked glucose) keeps a free hemiacetal OH on the second unit, so it is reducing: false.

Statement II. Lactose (β-galactose 1→4 glucose) also has a free anomeric OH on glucose and is reducing: true.

(D)

Topics:Carbohydrates

JEE Main 2026 · 4 Apr · Shift 1, Chemistry question 68