the-oxidation-of-mannose-using-tollens-reagent-can-convert-its-aldehyde-function

Question

The oxidation of D-mannose using Tollens' reagent can convert its aldehyde functional group into a carboxylic acid. Propose the plausible structure of mannuronic acid.

Accepted Answer

Structure of a modified mannuronic acid with a hydroxymethyl group.

Answer

Structure of mannuronic acid showing its aldehyde and carboxylic acid groups.

Answer

Structure of a sugar with multiple hydroxyl groups and a hydroxymethyl group.

Answer

Structure of a sugar with two carboxylic acid groups.