Easy MCQ +4 / -1

The D in D-glucose refers to:

  1. A Configuration of the highest numbered chiral carbon Correct answer
  2. B Optical rotation sign
  3. C Number of chiral centres
  4. D The direction of rotation

Solution

D/L configuration: based on the configuration of the chiral carbon farthest from the carbonyl — D if -OH is on right in Fischer projection.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Biomolecules · Topic: Carbohydrates

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