Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 5 - An Introduction to Carbohydrates - Review - Case Study - Page 118: 11

Answer

Αn α-β-1,2-glycosidic bond.

Work Step by Step

The chemical bond joining α-glucose and β-fructose in sucrose is called α-β-1,2-glycosidic linkage because the hydroxyl group of the C-1 carbon at which condensation occurs is in the α position. Similarly, the fructose hydroxyl group which contributes to the glycoside bond is in the β position.
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