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Glucose on oxidation with bromine water ...

Glucose on oxidation with bromine water yields gluconic acid. This reaction confirms the presence of

A

six carbon atoms linked in straight chain

B

secondary alcoholic group in glucose

C

aldehyde group in glucose

D

primary alcoholic group in glucose

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The correct Answer is:
C
Aqueous `Br_(2)` is mild oxidising agent.
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