At Equilibrium in Solution,D-Glucose Consists of a Mixture of Its $\alpha$

question 46

Multiple Choice

At equilibrium in solution,D-glucose consists of a mixture of its anomers.Which statement most accurately describes this solution?

• A)The solution consists of approximately equal amounts of the \(\alpha\)- and \(\beta\)-anomers.
• B)The straight-chain form is present in high concentration.
• C)The \(\alpha\)-anomer is more stable and is slightly preferred over the \(\beta\)-anomer.
• D)The \(\beta\)-anomer predominates over the \(\alpha\)-anomer by a ratio of approximately 2:1.
• E)None of the answers above is correct.

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