[Campbell Biology P.118] Based on Figure 5.5, which of the following statements correctly di... | Practice Question
Based on Figure 5.5, which of the following statements correctly differentiates maltose and sucrose?
A: Maltose is formed from two glucose units with a 1-4 glycosidic linkage, while sucrose is formed from glucose and fructose with a 1-2 glycosidic linkage.
B: Maltose is formed from glucose and fructose, while sucrose is formed from two glucose units.
C: Both maltose and sucrose are formed from two glucose units, but with different glycosidic linkages.
D: Maltose has a 1-2 glycosidic linkage, while sucrose has a 1-4 glycosidic linkage.
Explanation
Figure 5.5 a shows maltose formed from two glucose units with a '1-4 glycosidic linkage'. Figure 5.5 b shows sucrose formed from glucose and fructose with a '1-2 glycosidic linkage'.