The Fischer projection for D-galactose in open-chain form is shown below. Identify the structures in ring form shown below that represent the ? and ? anomers of D-galactose.
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In a Fischer projection, the α anomer has the -OH group on the anomeric carbon (the carbon with the double bond to oxygen) pointing downwards, while the β anomer has the -OH group pointing upwards. Now, let's look at the structures in ring form shown below the Show more…
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