Question

Because sucrose is hygroscopic, how should it be properly stored in a cupboard

Answer 1

Sucrose is stored in dry and closed container, sealed properly.

Explanation:

• Sucrose is nothing but the table sugar which we use daily in our life.
• Sucrose is formed by the combination of fructose and glucose so, it called a disaccharide because two monosaccharides are converted to form sucrose.
• It is a hygroscopic substance. The hygroscopic substance is which is easily vulnerable to water absorption. They tend to absorb water if they are being exposed to humid places.
• Hence, it should be kept in a dry and close container, sealed properly.