Chemistry-(general)
NEET Chemistry (general) MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-diagram based-Easy-Class 12
Imagine a diagram of the Fischer projection of D-Glucose is shown. Which of the following correctly represents the position of the hydroxyl group on the lowest asymmetric carbon atom in D-Glucose?
A
Right side
B
Left side
C
Above the plane
D
Below the plane
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
In D-Glucose, the hydroxyl group on the lowest asymmetric carbon atom is on the right side, as compared to D-(+)-Glyceraldehyde.
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