MHT CET · Chemistry · Chemistry in Everyday Life
Which from following compounds is used to prepare adipic acid using enzymes in green technology developed by Drath and Frost?
- A Ribose
- B Glucose
- C Ribulose
- D Benzene
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(B) Glucose
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Detailed explanation
In green technology developed by Drath and Frost, adipic acid is enzymatically synthesised from glucose rather than benzene which is carcinogenic.
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