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Which type of sugar is maltose classified as?
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Options:
  • A Non-reducing sugar
  • B Reducing sugar
  • C Simple sugar
  • D Complex sugar
Solution:
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The correct answer is: Reducing sugar
Maltose is classified as a reducing sugar because it can reduce other substances due to the presence of the aldehyde group.

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