Which of the Following Statements Is True of the α

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of the α and β anomers of glucose?

• A) Both the α and β anomers of glucose have a specific rotation of +112^° in an aqueous solvent.
• B) The equilibrium mixture of glucose consists of 64% of the β anomer and 36% of the α anomer.
• C) Both of these statements are correct.
• D) Neither of these statements is correct.

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