why-are-hemiacetals-and-hemiketals-considered-relatively-unstable-in-carbohydrat

Question

Why are hemiacetals and hemiketals considered relatively unstable in carbohydrate chemistry?

Accepted Answer

They readily form stable acetal and ketal structures.

Answer

They are resistant to hydrolysis.

Answer

They do not participate in any further reactions.

Answer

They are stable due to strong covalent bonds.