Does Sucrose Contain Beta Fructose?
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Sucrose, or table sugar, is an abundant carbohydrate found in photosynthetic plants. A detailed look into its molecular composition reveals that, yes, sucrose does contain a fructose unit, and specifically, it is in the beta-D-fructofuranose configuration. This unique structural characteristic is what distinguishes sucrose chemically from other common sugars.
