Chapter 17, Problem 17.15E

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The number of chiral carbon atoms is to be stated in the sugar molecule. The total number of stereoisomers for the sugar molecule is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Carbohydrates are naturally occurring compounds. Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehydes and ketones.

A carbon atom that has four nonequivalent atoms or groups attached to it is known as chiral carbon atom. Chiral carbon centers are also called as asymmetric or stereogenic centers.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The number of chiral carbon atoms is to be stated in the sugar molecule. The total number of stereoisomers for the sugar molecule is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

Carbohydrates are naturally occurring compounds. Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldehydes and ketones.

A carbon atom that has four nonequivalent atoms or groups attached to it is known as chiral carbon atom. Chiral carbon centers are also called as asymmetric or stereogenic centers.