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Question

Is the following mechanism correct for the reaction between α-glucose and β-glucose in dilute HCl that forms α-maltose?

Mechanism of α-glucose and β-glucose reaction in dilute HCl forming α-maltose.

Accepted Answer

The reaction mechanism is correct.

Answer

The reaction mechanism is incorrect.