Organic Chemistry (8th Edition)

by Wade Jr., L. G.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0321768418

ISBN 13: 978-0-32176-841-4

Chapter 23 - Carbohydrates and Nucleic Acids - Problems - Page 1103: Problem 23-2 b

Answer

One asymmetric carbon, 2 stereoisomers

Work Step by Step

Ketotetrose has 1 asymmetric carbon, so it forms 2 stereoisomers.

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