Which of the Following Suffixes Is NOT an Adjective Suffix

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following suffixes is NOT an adjective suffix?

• A)-iac
• B)-ia
• C)-ory
• D)-tic

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Definitions:

D-Aldopentose

A type of aldose sugar with five carbon atoms and has the D-configuration, which relates to the configuration of the hydroxyl group on the last asymmetric carbon atom.

Kiliani-Fischer

A chemical synthesis method used to elongate the carbon chain of sugars.

Aldohexoses

A class of monosaccharides that contain six carbon atoms and an aldehyde functional group.

Epimeric

Describes diastereomers that differ in configuration at only one stereogenic center.