Which of the following is the incorrect statement about maltose?

  • A
    It is a reducing sugar
  • B
    It is composed of two $\alpha-D$-glucose units
  • C
    It is composed of one $\beta-D$-glucose and one $\beta-D$-galactose unit
  • D
    It has $1,4$-glycosidic linkage

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