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In which form of glucose does the hydroxyl group at C-1 have a different configuration, leading to the distinction between alpha and beta forms?
ChemistryBiomoleculesNEET
Options:
  • A Haworth structure
  • B Fischer projection
  • C Pyranose structure
  • D Anomeric carbon
Solution:
1997 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Anomeric carbon
The configuration of the hydroxyl group at the anomeric carbon (C-1) differentiates between the alpha and beta forms of glucose.

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