Which of the Following Statements Explains the Reducing Nature of 2-Ketoses

question 3

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements explains the reducing nature of 2-ketoses?

• A) Under acidic conditions, they exist in equilibrium with enediols that get reduced by the reducing agent.
• B) Under basic conditions, they exist in equilibrium with aldoses that are oxidized by the oxidizing agent.
• C) Both of these statements explain the reducing nature of 2-ketoses.
• D) Neither of these statements explains the reducing nature of 2-ketoses.

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