A Fischer projection of a monosaccharide is shown below: [References] CHO HO -H H- -OH HO -H H- OH HO -H CH₂OH Classify this monosaccharide (e.g., aldotriose) Does it have the D or L. configuration?

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A Fischer projection of a monosaccharide is shown below:
[References]
CHO
HO
-H
H-
-OH
HO
-H
H-
OH
HO
-H
CH₂OH
Classify this monosaccharide (e.g., aldotriose)
Does it have the D or L. configuration?
Transcribed Image Text:A Fischer projection of a monosaccharide is shown below: [References] CHO HO -H H- -OH HO -H H- OH HO -H CH₂OH Classify this monosaccharide (e.g., aldotriose) Does it have the D or L. configuration?
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