IGNOU BBCCT 101 2026 - Explain glycosidic bond formation and differentiate between reducing a

Question

Explain glycosidic bond formation and differentiate between reducing and non-reducing disaccharides.

14 Feb 2026

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Word Count : 242

A glycosidic bond is a covalent linkage formed between two monosaccharide units through a dehydration or condensation reaction. During this process, the hydroxyl (–OH) group of the anomeric carbon of one monosaccharide reacts with the hydroxyl group of another monosaccharide, resulting in the release of a molecule of water. The bond formed is known as an O-glycosidic bond. Depending on the orientation of the hydroxyl group at the anomeric carbon,

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