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9. Carbohydrates / Monosaccharide Configurations / Problem 5
Problem 5
How would you explain the main difference between the Cahn Ingold Prelog system and Fisher's convention?
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Cahn Ingold Prelog system is simpler than Fisher's convention.
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Cahn Ingold Prelog system uses atomic numbers for priority, while Fisher's convention uses hydroxyl orientation.
C
Cahn Ingold Prelog system is used for amino acids, while Fisher's convention is used for carbohydrates.
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Cahn Ingold Prelog system is more accurate than Fisher's convention.
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