Lactose Exists in Two Forms α and β

question 69

Essay

Lactose exists in two forms α and β.Anomer α has [α]_D = +92.6,and anomer β has [α]_D = +34.What are the percentages of each anomer at equilibrium when the specific rotation of the water solution is +52?

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