What Reaction Occurs When Glucose Is Converted to Glucitol

question 71

Multiple Choice

What reaction occurs when glucose is converted to glucitol?

• A) reduction at C-1
• B) oxidation at C-1
• C) reduction at C-6
• D) oxidation at C-6

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