Which one of the following statements is not true regarding (+) lactose?

1. (+) lactose is a  β -glycoside and a molecule of D(+) galactose
2. (+) lactose is a reducing sugar and does not exhibit mutarotation
3. (+) lactose,  C 12 H 22 O 11  contains 8-0 H groups
4. On hydrolysis (+) lactose gives equal amount of D(+) glucose and D(+) galactose

Subtopic:  Carbohydrates - Classification & D-L configuration | Polysaccharides & their Importance |
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AIPMT - 2011
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