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In disaccharides, if the reducing groups of monosaccharides i.e. aldehydic or ketonic groups are bonded, these are non-reducing sugars. Which of the following disaccharide is a non-reducing sugar?

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Due to the presence of reducing groups in glycosidic bond formation, Option (B) is the answer.

Reducing sugars are small carbohydrates that act as reducing agents in chemical reactions, donating electrons to other molecules. They include all monosaccharides, like glucose and fructose, and some disaccharides, like maltose and lactose. 

Reducing sugars can be used to test for the presence of metal salts like Ag+ or Cu2+. These salts oxidize aldehydes and change color when reduced. 

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