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Interpretation:
The number of chiral carbon atoms present in the given sugar is to be predicted. The number of stereoisomers exists for the sugar is to be predicted.
Concept introduction:
A carbon atom that has four nonequivalent atoms or groups attached to it is known as chiral carbon atom. Chiral carbon centers are also called asymmetric or stereogenic centers.
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Interpretation:
The number of chiral carbon atoms present in the given sugar is to be predicted. The number of stereoisomers exists for the sugar is to be predicted.
Concept introduction:
A carbon atom that has four nonequivalent atoms or groups attached to it is known as chiral carbon atom. Chiral carbon centers are also called asymmetric or stereogenic centers.
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