given-the-structure-of-a-monosaccharide-identify-whether-it-is-an-aldose-or-a-ke

Question

Given the structure of a monosaccharide, identify whether it is an aldose or a ketose.

Accepted Answer

Aldose, because the carbonyl group is at the end of the molecule.

Answer

Ketose, because the carbonyl group is at the end of the molecule.

Answer

Aldose, because the carbonyl group is in the middle of the molecule.

Answer

Ketose, because the carbonyl group is in the middle of the molecule.