MrSpirou Has Decided to Follow the Glycemic Index When Making

question 1

Multiple Choice

Mr.Spirou has decided to follow the glycemic index when making food selections rather than calorie counting.Which of the following selections for lunch would provide him with the best choice for weight loss?

• A)Sandwich on pumpernickel bread
• B)Rice cakes
• C)Sandwich on a white bagel
• D)Serving of basmati rice

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Definitions:

Axial

Describes atoms or groups of atoms in a molecular structure that are oriented parallel to an axis of symmetry, often contrasted with equatorial positioning.

Chair Conformer

A specific spatial arrangement of the cyclohexane ring that minimizes steric strain, resembling a chair shape.

Axial Hydrogens

Hydrogen atoms positioned along the axis of a molecule, perpendicular to a specified plane, often referring to cyclohexane conformations.

Cyclohexane

A saturated hydrocarbon with the molecular formula \(C_6H_{12}\), consisting of a ring of six carbon atoms, and is often used as a nonpolar solvent in chemistry.