The Simplest Aldose Is Commonly Called Glyceraldehyde,although Its IUPAC Name

question 59

Multiple Choice

The simplest aldose is commonly called glyceraldehyde,although its IUPAC name is 2,3-dihydroxypropanal. What is the structure of this compound?

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