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Identifying Functional Groups and Chiral Centers in Carbohydrates
How many chiral carbon atoms are there in the open-chain form of glucose (Figure 24.20)?
Name the functional groups present in the beta form of glucose.
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Identifying Functional Groups and Chiral Centers in Carbohydrates
How many chiral carbon atoms are there in the open-chain form of glucose (Figure 24.20)?
Name the functional groups present in the beta form of glucose.
ANSWER:Step 1 of 2
The simple sugar that serves as the body's primary source of energy. Glucose is the most common sugar produced by the human body. Proteins, lipids, and, to a large extent, carbohydrates are used to produce glucose in the body. Each cell receives glucose.