Which of the following statement is TRUE? The hydrolysis of lactose yields glucose and galactose_____________?

Correct answer: D. The hydrolysis of lactose yields glucose and galactose

  • A. All of the above statements are true
  • B. The hydrolysis of maltose yields glucose and fructose
  • C. The hydrolysis of sucrose yields only glucose
  • D. The hydrolysis of lactose yields glucose and galactose

Explanation

Lactose is a disaccharide of glucose and galactose, so hydrolysis releases these two monosaccharides. Maltose yields two glucose molecules, while sucrose yields glucose and fructose.

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