Q30 / 200 · Manipal (MET) 2014 · Chemistry

Which two of the following aldohexoses give the same osazone derivative? Figure

  • A
    I and IV
  • Correct answer
    B
    I and III
  • C
    II and III
  • D
    III and IV

Solution

1 and 3 are C-2 epimers. C-2 epimers give same osazone on treatment with phenyl hydrazine.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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