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(i) Glycosidic linkage

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Glycosidic Linkage**: A glycosidic linkage, also known as a glycosidic bond, is a type of covalent bond that connects a carbohydrate molecule to another molecule. This other molecule can be another carbohydrate or a different type of compound. 2. **Formation of Glycosidic Linkage**: Glycosidic linkages are typically formed between the hydroxyl (-OH) group of one sugar molecule and the anomeric carbon of another sugar. This reaction often involves the elimination of a water molecule (a dehydration reaction). ...
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