How does the glycosidic linkage in maltose differ from that in cellobiose?

• A. Maltose has a beta 1-4 linkage, while cellobiose has an alpha 1-4 linkage.
• B. Both maltose and cellobiose have beta 1-4 linkages.
• C. Both maltose and cellobiose have alpha 1-4 linkages.
• D. Maltose has an alpha 1-4 linkage, while cellobiose has a beta 1-4 linkage.

Answer: (D)