Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition)

2nd Edition

ISBN: 9780321962751

Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece

Publisher: PEARSON

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Chapter 3.3, Problem 2CC

A dehydration reaction joins two glucose molecules to form maltose. The formula for glucose is C₆H₁₂O₆. What is the formula for maltose?

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A dehydration reaction joins two glucose molecules to form maltose. The formula for glucose is C 6 H 12 O 6 . What is the formula for maltose?

Solution Summary: The author explains that 2 molecules of glucose form a molecule of maltose. Monosaccharides are simple sugars that come under the category of carbohydrates.

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