Chapter 4.3 Flashcards
1
Q
What are oxidized aldoses referred to as?
A
-they are referred to as aldonic acids
2
Q
Is any monosaccharide with a hemiacetal ring referred to as a reducing sugar?
A
-yes
3
Q
What does oxidizing aldose produce?
A
- it produces lactone
- >cyclic ester with a carbonyl group