Basic solution of fructose contains |
Only glucose Only fructose Glucose, fructose, and mannose Glucose and fructose |
Glucose, fructose, and mannose |
You are correct. The answer is (3) glucose, fructose, and mannose. When fructose is dissolved in a basic solution, it undergoes a reversible isomerization reaction to form mannose. This reaction is catalyzed by the enzyme ketose-fructose isomerization. Therefore, a basic solution of fructose will contain all three sugars: glucose, fructose, and mannose. Options (1), (2), and (4) are incorrect because they do not contain all three sugars. |