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In the context of carbohydrates, what is the term for the carbon atom that is not part of the sugar ring structure but is attached to the ring oxygen?
ChemistryBiomoleculesNEET
Options:
  • A Chiral carbon
  • B Anomeric carbon
  • C Hemiacetal carbon
  • D Epimeric carbon
Solution:
1478 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Hemiacetal carbon
The carbon atom that is not part of the sugar ring structure but is attached to the ring oxygen is referred to as the hemiacetal carbon in carbohydrates.

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