The Structure of D-Arabinose Is Shown Below

question 64

Multiple Choice

The structure of D-arabinose is shown below. Which of the following correctly describes the configurations of the asymmetric carbons in D-arabinose?

• A) 2S, 3R, 4R
• B) 2R, 3S, 4S
• C) 2S, 3R, 4S
• D) 2R, 3S, 4R
• E) 2S, 3S, 4R

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