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Study the structures of maltose and mark the incorrect statement .

A

Maltose is composed of two `alpha`-D-glucose units.

B

C-1 of one glucose is linked to C-4 of other unit.

C

It is a non-reducing sugar.

D

It is a disaccharide.

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The correct Answer is:
C
It is a reducing sugar. The free aldehyde group can be produced at C-1 of second glucose in solution and it shows reducing properties.
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