Chapter 17, Problem 17.32E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The sugar that does not react with a ${\text{Cu}}^{2+}$ solution is to be classified as a reducing or non-reducing sugar.

Concept introduction:

The simplest hydrolyzed form that is obtained from the carbohydrates is known as a monosaccharide. It is a simple sugar. Sugars are of two types, reducing and non-reducing sugars. Reducing sugars are defined as those sugars that contain $\text{OH}$ group connected to the anomeric carbon atom. Non-reducing sugars do not contain free $\text{OH}$ group to reduce other compounds.