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How long does sucrose take to decompose? Why?

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Answer:

The loss of crystalline structure of sucrose was reported at various temperatures, but decomposition, after >50 h of holding at 120 °C in a sealed pan.

Step-by-step explanation:

As this condition is above the melting temperature of fructose (a possible first decomposition product), and there were water and impurities.

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