what-structural-change-occurs-when-d-glucose-is-converted-to-gluconic-acid

Question

What structural change occurs when D-glucose is converted to gluconic acid?

Accepted Answer

Oxidation of the C1 aldehyde group to a carboxylic acid.

Answer

Reduction of the carbonyl group to an alcohol group.

Answer

Oxidation of the highest numbered carbon to a carboxylic acid.

Answer

Replacement of a hydroxyl group with an amino group.