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Question
When a disulfide linkage is formed, the compound containing this new linkage has been .
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Disulfide bond formation (R-S-S-R) involves oxidation of two thiol groups (-SH) to a disulfide linkage. This is an oxidation reaction (loss of electrons/hydrogens).
Hint
What type of reaction forms a disulfide bond from two thiols?