Lactose is a disaccharide made of
A. Glucose and fructose
B. Glucose and glucose
C. Maltose and glucose
D. Galactose and glucose
Answer: Option D
Solution (By Examveda Team)
Lactose is a disaccharide made of Galactose and glucose.Lactose is a disaccharide sugar synthesized by galactose and glucose subunits and has the molecular formula C12H22O11. Lactose makes up around 2 - 8% of milk.
The compound is a white, water-soluble, non-hygroscopic solid with a mildly sweet taste. It is used in the food industry.
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