Why Is Mutarotation Not Possible in Glycosides

question 39

Multiple Choice

Why is mutarotation not possible in glycosides?

• A) because glycosides do not have an anomeric carbon atom
• B) because glycosides do not have any stereocenters that show optical activity
• C) because the acetals in glycosides are not in equilibrium with the open=chain structures
• D) for none of these reasons

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Definitions:

Ethanol

A simple alcohol with the chemical formula C2H5OH, commonly used as a solvent, in beverages, and as a fuel additive.

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Acid-Base Pair

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Conjugate Base

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