Glycosides: Definition and Classification Quiz
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What distinguishes α-glycosides from β-glycosides?

  • The solubility in organic solvents
  • The configuration of the hemiacetal hydroxyl group (correct)
  • The presence of glycosidases
  • The type of aglycone present

    • How can O-glycosides be easily cleaved?

  • By reduction with mild reagents
  • By exposure to high heat
  • By oxidation with strong chemicals
  • By hydrolysis with acids or enzymes (correct)

    • What is the solubility characteristic of the glycone part of glycosides?

  • Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
  • Insoluble in both water and organic solvents
  • Soluble in both water and organic solvents
  • Water soluble, insoluble in organic solvents (correct)

    • What type of compounds are almost all naturally-occurring glycosides?

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    What brings about the hydrolysis of glycosides in plants?

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