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The change in optical rotation with time...

The change in optical rotation with time of freshly prepared solution of sugar is known as :

A

tautomerism

B

racemisation

C

specific rotation

D

mutarotation

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The correct Answer is:
D
A spontaneous change in the specific rotation of a solution of an optically active compound is called mutarotation.
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