The letter ‘D’ in carbohydrates represents - Vidyadip

MCQ

The letter ‘$D$’ in carbohydrates represents

A
Its direct synthesis
B
Its dextrorotation
C
Its mutarotation
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Its configuration

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Answer

Correct option: D.

Its configuration

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$D$ indicate the configuration of carbohydrate. it represents the position of second last - $OH$ group in any carbohydrates. If - $OH$ is present on right side then it is called $D$ type configuration and if it is present on left side then it is called $L$ type configuration.

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