Chapter 24, Problem 24.11P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for the fact that talose contains a smaller fraction of $\beta \text{-pyranose}$ form than glucose is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The compounds which are composed of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen possessing the general formula, ${\text{C}}_{\text{x}}{\left({\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}\right)}_{\text{y}}$ are known as carbohydrates. These are the organic compounds obtained from the green plants. The basic sugar or carbohydrate needed by a living organism as a source of energy is known as glucose with the molecular formula, ${\text{C}}_{\text{6}}{\text{H}}_{\text{12}}{\text{O}}_{\text{6}}$.