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.