Question

Which organic compound will require longer period for its decomposition?

Answer 1

The decomposition of Fructose appears at much faster rate than glucose. The decomposition of fructose follows the first order kinetics and at time 0, it can be expressed by autocatalytic model.

The sucrose easily produces glucose and fructose. The rate of decomposition of these organic compounds depends on how easily the compound melts. The melting point of fructose is 103 C whereas, for glucose it is 146 C and thus the fructose tends to melt much easier than glucose. This indicates the fructose decomposes much faster than glucose.